May 12, 2026
Rhythm reported Q1 2026 IMCIVREE revenue of $60.1 million and said more than 150 patient start forms were received after U.S. approval in acquired hypothalamic obesity. The company also cited European authorization and a Japanese application under review.
Mar 09, 2026
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals announced expanded Phase 3 TRANSCEND trial data showing an 18.8% placebo-adjusted BMI reduction at 52 weeks for setmelanotide in acquired hypothalamic obesity, with FDA PDUFA goal date set for March 20, 2026.
Mar 01, 2026
Three GLP-1 weight-loss drugs—semaglutide, tirzepatide and retatrutide—reduced weight and improved metabolic health in mice lacking the MC4R gene, offering potential treatment for rare genetic obesity.
Feb 16, 2026
The FDA is set to announce decisions in March 2026 on several drug applications, including label expansions for approved therapies and new drug candidates, with some making repeat approval attempts.
Feb 13, 2026
The FDA is set to make approval decisions on five drug applications in March 2026, including treatments for psoriatic arthritis, dry eye disease, hypothalamic obesity, cholestatic pruritus, and a rare genetic disorder.