🧪FDA Classifies Zika Virus Serological Reagents to Class II
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, Agency, or we) is classifying the Zika virus serological reagents into class II (special controls). The special controls that apply to the device type are identified in this order and will be part of the codified language for the Zika virus serological reagents' classification. We are taking this action because we have determined that classifying the device into class II (special controls) will provide a reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness of the device. We believe this action will also enhance patients' access to beneficial innovative devices in part by reducing regulatory burdens.
Learn More🚫FDA Issues Final Debarment Order Against Michael Dominic Diaz
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing an order under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) debarring Michael Dominic Diaz for a period of 5 years from importing or offering for import any drug into the United States. FDA bases this order on a finding that Mr. Diaz was convicted of one felony count under Federal law. The factual basis supporting Mr. Diaz's conviction, as described below, is conduct relating to the importation into the United States of a drug or controlled substance. Mr. Diaz was given notice of the proposed debarment and was given an opportunity to request a hearing to show why he should not be debarred. As of May 16, 2024 (30 days after receipt of the notice), Mr. Diaz had not responded. Mr. Diaz's failure to respond and request a hearing constitutes a waiver of his right to a hearing concerning this matter.
Learn More💊FDA Revokes Emergency Use Authorizations for Specific Drug Products
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing the revocation of the Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) (the Authorizations) issued to Fresenius Medical Care North America (Fresenius) for multiFiltrate PRO System and multiBic/multiPlus solutions (EUA 048), and to Baxter Healthcare Corp. (Baxter) for REGIOCIT (EUA 068). FDA revoked the Authorizations on January 16, 2025, under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). The revocations, including an explanation of the reasons for the revocations, are reprinted in this document.
Learn More💊FDA Draft Guidance on Fluticasone Propionate Impacting Generic Drugs
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is announcing the availability of a new draft guidance for industry entitled "Draft Guidance on Fluticasone Propionate." The new draft guidance, when finalized, will provide product-specific recommendations on, among other things, the design of bioequivalence (BE) studies to support abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) for fluticasone propionate nasal spray, metered.
Learn More📄FDA Announces Draft Guidance for Roflumilast Bioequivalence
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is announcing the availability of a new draft guidance for industry entitled "Draft Guidance on Roflumilast." The new draft guidance, when finalized, will provide product-specific recommendations on, among other things, the design of bioequivalence (BE) studies to support abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) for roflumilast topical cream.
Learn More💊FDA Product-Specific Guidances for Bioequivalence Studies
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is announcing the availability of additional draft and revised draft product-specific guidances. The draft guidances provide product-specific recommendations on, among other things, the design of bioequivalence (BE) studies to support abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs). In the Federal Register of June 11, 2010, FDA announced the availability of a guidance for industry entitled "Bioequivalence Recommendations for Specific Products" that explained the process that would be used to make product-specific guidances available to the public on FDA's website. The draft guidances identified in this notice were developed using the process described in that guidance.
Learn More💉FDA Notice on DPD Deficiency and Fluoropyrimidine Drugs
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) is announcing the establishment of a docket to solicit public comment for information on dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD) deficiency and the use of fluorouracil and capecitabine (both fluoropyrimidine chemotherapy drugs). The purposes of the docket establishment are to foster Agency transparency and to solicit input on the currently available information on DPD deficiency and the use of fluorouracil and capecitabine.
Learn More🐔FDA Updates Regulations on Food Additives for Animal Feed
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, we, or the Agency) is amending the regulations for food additives permitted in feed and drinking water of animals to provide for the safe use of zinc L- selenomethionine as a source of selenium in complete feed for broiler chickens. This action is in response to a food additive petition filed by Zinpro Corp.
Learn More💊FDA Announces Public Meeting on Generic Drug User Fee Reauthorization
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is hosting a public meeting on the reauthorization of the Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA) for fiscal years (FYs) 2028 to 2032. At the end of September 2027, new legislation will be required for FDA to continue to collect generic drug user fees for future FYs. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) requires that before FDA begins negotiations with the regulated industry on GDUFA reauthorization, we publish a notice in the Federal Register requesting public input on the reauthorization; hold a public meeting at which the public may present its views on the reauthorization, including specific suggestions for changes to the goals referred to in the GDUFA Reauthorization Performance Goals and Program Enhancements Fiscal Years 2023-2027 (i.e., the GDUFA III Commitment Letter) (https://www.fda.gov/industry/ generic-drug-user-fee-amendments/gdufa-iii-reauthorization); provide a period of 30 days after the public meeting to obtain written comments from the public; and publish the comments on FDA's website. FDA invites public comment on the GDUFA program and suggestions regarding the features FDA should propose for the next GDUFA program cycle. These comments will be published and available on FDA's website.
Learn More💊FDA Meeting on Reauthorization of Prescription Drug User Fee Act
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, the Agency, or we) is hosting a public meeting to discuss proposed recommendations for the reauthorization of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) for fiscal years (FYs) 2028 through 2032. PDUFA authorizes FDA to collect user fees to support the process for the review of human drug applications. The current legislative authority for PDUFA expires in September 2027. At that time, new legislation will be required for FDA to continue collecting prescription drug user fees in future fiscal years. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) directs that FDA begin the PDUFA reauthorization process by publishing a notice in the Federal Register requesting public input and holding a public meeting where the public may present its views on the reauthorization. FDA invites public comment as the Agency begins the process to reauthorize the program in FYs 2028 through 2032. These comments will be published and available on FDA's website.
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