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USFDA Guidance: Waiver Requests for pH Adjusters in Generic Parenteral, Ophthalmic, or Otic Drugs
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a final Guidance for Industry yesterday (17 November, 2025) titled “ Considerations for Waiver Requests for pH Adjusters in Generic Drug Products Intended for Parenteral, Ophthalmic, or Otic Use ” that is intended to assist abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) applicants that reference a drug product intended for parenteral, ophthalmic, or otic use in seeking approval of a drug that is qualitatively (Q1) different

Sharan Murugan
6 days ago3 min read


USFDA Guidance: How to Prepare a Pre-Request for Designation (Pre-RFD)
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released its updated guidance “ How to Prepare a Pre-Request for Designation (Pre-RFD) ” , issued on November 6, 2025 . This guidance provides companies with a clear roadmap for obtaining early, non-binding feedback on the regulatory classification of their products — especially combination products , which often sit at the intersection of drugs, devices and biologics. The updated guidance strengthens transparency, clarifies ex

Sharan Murugan
Nov 93 min read


USFDA’s Draft Guidance: Scientific Considerations in Demonstrating Biosimilarity to a Reference Product
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a new draft guidance titled “ Scientific Considerations in Demonstrating Biosimilarity to a Reference Product: Updated Recommendations for Assessing the Need for Comparative Efficacy Studies ” (October 2025). This document represents a major shift in the FDA’s scientific and regulatory approach to biosimilar product development, particularly regarding when comparative efficacy studies (CES) may or may not be required

Sharan Murugan
Nov 12 min read


USFDA Draft Guidance: Quality Management Systems and Menstrual Product Standards
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently released two significant draft guidance documents that mark important steps forward in the modernization and harmonization of medical device regulations: Quality Management System (QMS) Information for Certain Premarket Submission Reviews Menstrual Products – Performance Testing and Labeling Recommendations Both are designed to increase transparency, strengthen product safety and quality, and align FDA’s approach with

Sharan Murugan
Nov 13 min read


USFDA Guidance: Integrating Patient-Focused Development, Expanded Access, and Clinical Data Specifications in the Evolving FDA Framework
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to refine its regulatory guidance structure to ensure that patient experience, ethical access pathways, and robust data science converge effectively in modern drug development. Three cornerstone guidance documents released through 2024–2025 exemplify this integration — focusing on patient-focused drug development, expanded access to investigational drugs, and technical specifications for clinical trial data submissions. 1.

Sharan Murugan
Oct 263 min read


FDA Publishes Filing Checklists to Prevent Submission Delays
In a pivotal move to reduce avoidable regulatory delays, On October 23, 2025 the FDA has made public the internal filing checklists used by the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) to determine whether a submitted application—such as a New Drug Application (NDA) or Biologics License Application (BLA)—meets the threshold of being “complete and reviewable.” By publishing these checklists, FDA aims to provide greater transparency , enabling sponsors to align better

Sharan Murugan
Oct 262 min read


USFDA Draft Guidance on Safety Labeling Changes: Streamlining Section 505(o)(4) Implementation
On September 19, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released its revised draft guidance, “ Safety Labeling...

Sharan Murugan
Sep 213 min read


USFDA Guidance: GERD-Related Drug Development: A Comprehensive Update
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released three important draft guidances on September 11, 2025, providing updated...

Sharan Murugan
Sep 212 min read


USFDA Draft Guidance: Development of Non-Opioid Analgesics for Chronic Pain
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a new draft guidance " Development of Non-Opioid Analgesics for Chronic Pain "...

Sharan Murugan
Sep 142 min read


USFDA Guidance: Alternative Tools for Facility Assessments in Pending Applications
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a final guidance on 11th September 2025 titled “ Alternative Tools: Assessing Drug...

Sharan Murugan
Sep 142 min read


USFDA Guidances: Development of Therapeutic Protein Biosimilars: Comparative Analytical Assessment, Other Quality-Related Considerations & Classification Categories for Certain Supplements
In 08 September 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued two final guidances addressing critical aspects of biosimilar...

Sharan Murugan
Sep 92 min read


USFDA Med Dev Guidance: Animal Studies for Dental Bone Grafting Material Devices in 510(k) Submissions
On 22 August 2025 , the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released a comprehensive guidance document titled “ Animal Studies for...

Sharan Murugan
Aug 232 min read


USFDA Draft Guidance: Radiopharmaceutical Dosage Optimization and Overall Survival Assesment in Oncology Clinical Trials
On 18th August 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently published two important draft guidance documents that aim to...

Sharan Murugan
Aug 192 min read


USFDA Guidance: Predetermined Change Control Plans (PCCPs) for AI/ML Medical Devices
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) are increasingly used in medical devices—from diagnostic imaging software to digital...

Sharan Murugan
Aug 192 min read


USFDA FDA User Fee Rates for FY 2026: A Comparative Overview for Prescription Drugs, Medical Devices, Generics, and Outsourcing Facilities
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced On 30 July 2025 , the official user fee rates across its major healthcare...

Sharan Murugan
Aug 22 min read


USFDA Announcement: Biosimilar User Fee Rates for Fiscal Year 2026 (October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026)
On 30 July 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially published the Biosimilar User Fee Rates for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026...

Sharan Murugan
Aug 22 min read


USFDA Med Dev Guidance: Medical Device User Fee Small Business Qualification and Determination
In July 2025, the USFDA published a revised guidance titled " Medical Device User Fee Small Business Qualification and Determination "...

Sharan Murugan
Jul 312 min read


USFDA Guidance: Formal Meetings Between the FDA and Sponsors or Applicants of BsUFA Products
In July 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published its updated guidance for industry titled “ Formal Meetings Between...

Sharan Murugan
Jul 193 min read


USFDA Guidance: Drug Development for Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)
Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are a group of complex, clonal blood disorders that predominantly affect older adults and may progress to...

Sharan Murugan
Jul 52 min read


USFDA Guidance: Post-Warning Letter Meetings Under GDUFA III: A Regulatory Pathway Toward Compliance
In the evolving regulatory landscape of generic drug manufacturing, compliance and transparency are more crucial than ever. The FDA’s...

Sharan Murugan
Jun 182 min read
