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FDA Perspectives on Pediatric Health

FDA’s Pediatric Activities and Perspectives Shared with Clinicians through the American Academy of Pediatrics News

FDA publishes a monthly column in AAP News, the monthly news magazine of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to provide insights from FDA experts. The column, FDA Updates, covers issues related to pediatric health such as new pediatric medical products approved by the FDA, important pediatric safety warnings, information about the agency’s pediatric initiatives and progress in pediatric product development. See the searchable table below for FDA’s articles featured in AAP News.

See page archive for articles before 2016.

Month/YearTitleTopic
01/2025Myriad treatments approved for allergic diseases in pediatric patientsAllergy/Immunology; New drug/biologic approval/labeling change
10/2024FDA, FTC warn of risks to children from copycat food products containing delta-8 THCSafety warning; Adolescent Health
09/2024Pediatricians encouraged to join FDA workshops on pediatric drug developmentClinical Trials/Product Development; Neonatology; Nephrology; Infectious Disease; Over-the-Counter Products
08/2024One Health: Collaborative approach aims to protect health of humans, animals, environmentGeneral Information; Infectious Disease
07/2024What factors allowed for timely pediatric approvals of remdesivir for treatment of COVID-19?New Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Clinical Trials/Product Development; Infectious Disease
05/2024Pediatricians urged to ask youth about use of all tobacco productsAdolescent Health; Tobacco Prevention
04/2024Pediatric information added to labeling of over 100 drugs, biologics in 2023New Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
03/2024Advances made in OTC in vitro diagnostic tests for infectious pathogensInfectious Disease; Pediatric Device; Over-the-Counter Products
02/2024FDA program targets false or misleading prescription drug promotionGeneral Information
11/2023Law expands FDA’s authority to regulate cosmeticsCosmetics
10/2023FDA explains safety reporting for new RSV monoclonal antibodyInfectious Disease; Pharmacovigilance
09/2023First treatment for pediatric functional constipation approved by FDANew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Gastroenterology
08/2023FDA advises educating families on availability, use of nonprescription naloxoneAddiction/Substance Use Disorder
07/2023Reassured by adult safety study, FDA approves sildenafil for childrenNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Cardiology
06/2023FDA prioritizes neurodevelopmental safety of medical products used in neonatesClinical Trials/Product Development; Neonatology; General Pediatrics
05/2023FDA adapts efforts to address evolving tobacco product landscapePediatric Initiative; Tobacco Prevention; Adolescent Health
04/2023Pediatric information added to labeling of 75 drugs, biologics in 2022New Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
03/2023Drug development for pediatric cancers acceleratingClinical Trials/Product Development; Oncology
02/2023FDA provides guidance on assessing growth, pubertal development in pediatric clinical trialsClinical Trials/Product Development; General Pediatrics; Endocrine/Metabolic
01/2023FDA approves first drug that can delay onset of type 1 diabetesNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Endocrine/Metabolic
12/2022FDA outlines ethical framework for including children in clinical trialsClinical Trials/Product Development; Ethics
11/2022Extrapolating data can accelerate drug development for childrenClinical Trials/Product Development
10/2022‘First generic’ drug approvals provide more affordable options for safe, effective treatmentsGeneric Drugs/Biosimilars
09/2022Historic milestone: 1,000 drugs, biologics have new pediatric use information in labeling New Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
08/2022FDA approves Dupixent for eosinophilic esophagitis; expands indication for atopic dermatitisNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Gastroenterology; Allergy/Immunology; Dermatology
07/2022Risk of pseudotumor cerebri added to labeling for gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonistsSafety Warning; Endocrine/Metabolic
06/2022Pediatric committee advises FDA on medical product research, labeling, adverse eventsClinical Trials/Product Development; Pharmacovigilance
04/2022FDA: Monitor thyroid in newborns, young children who receive iodine-containing contrast mediaSafety Warning; Medical Imaging; Endocrine/Metabolic
04/2022New pediatric labeling information added to 73 products in 2021New Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
03/2022Closer to Zero: FDA’s action plan to lower toxic elements in baby foodsPediatric Initiative; Nutrition
02/2022FDA provides resources to address youth e-cigarette usePediatric Initiative; Tobacco Prevention; Adolescent Health
01/2022Biosimilars, interchangeable biological products provide safe, effective treatment optionsGeneric Drugs/Biosimilars
11/2021First oral pan-genotypic HCV drugs approved for children as young as 3 yearsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Infectious Disease
10/2021Studies show sitagliptin does not improve glycemic control in pediatric patientsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Endocrine/Metabolic
09/2021FDA authorizes marketing of tool to aid in diagnosis of autism spectrum
disorder
Pediatric Device; Psychiatry
08/2021FDA approves first oral anticoagulant for pediatric patientsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Hematology
07/2021New labeling for TMP-SMX products warns of acute respiratory failureSafety Warning; Infectious Disease
06/2021FDA encourages culture change for clinical trial enrollment of pregnant and lactating womenClinical Trials/Product Development; Maternal Health
05/2021FDA adds prevention of oropharyngeal cancer to HPV vaccine’s indicationNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Oncology; Infectious Disease; Preventive Vaccine
04/20212 potential biomarkers for ASD clear first step in FDA drug development tool qualification processClinical Trials/Product Development; Psychiatry
02/2021EUAs address medical device needs in pediatric patients during the pandemicPediatric Device; Infectious Disease
01/2021First FDA-approved treatment for COVID-19 includes use in adolescentsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Infectious Disease; Preventive Vaccine
12/2020FDA approvals in 2020 represent many firsts for childrenNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
11/2020FDA engages patient communities through listening session initiativePediatric Initiative
10/2020Pediatric information added to labeling for 80 drugs, vaccines, blood productsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
09/2020FDA addresses drug shortages during COVID-19 pandemicInfectious Disease
08/2020FDA partners with global agencies on development of COVID-19 therapeutics for childrenPediatric Initiative; Infectious Disease
07/2020FDA considers parent preferences, children’s experience in approving novel myringotomy, tube placement devicePediatric Device; Otolaryngology
06/2020FDA highlights imperative to obtain evidence through pediatric clinical trialsClinical Trials/Product Development
05/2020How FDA is responding to COVID-19 pandemicInfectious Disease
04/2020Drug labels include information on use in pediatric patientsClinical Trials/Product Development
03/2020Dr. Sachs retires from FDA, leaving mark on pediatric drug developmentClinical Trials/Product Development
02/2020What criteria must drugs meet to be sold over the counter?Over-the-Counter Products
01/2020FDA approves first drug for pediatric patients with systemic lupus erythematosusNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Rheumatology
12/2019Update on success of law that encourages studies of off-patent drugs in childrenPediatric Initiative
11/2019Health professionals, patients urged to report adverse eventsPharmacovigilance
10/2019FDA campaign promotes safe disposal of opioid pain medicinePediatric Initiative; Addiction/Substance Use Disorder
09/2019FDA approves 2 products to treat diabetes in pediatric patientsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Endocrine/Metabolic
08/2019Pediatric safety labeling updated for iron chelation drugNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Hematology; Nephrology; Pharmacovigilance
07/2019New FDA guidance documents inform pediatric labeling, study conductClinical Trials/Product Development
06/2019Adult drug effective for pediatric patients with dilated cardiomyopathyNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Cardiology
05/2019Pediatric information added to labels of 48 products in 2018New Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
04/2019Forum encourages dialogue on Rare Disease programsClinical Trials/Product Development; Rare Disease
02/2019FDA working to reduce exposure to toxic elements in foods, other productsPediatric Initiative; Nutrition
01/2019FDA warns public about genetic test claimsSafety Warning
12/2018FDA explores therapeutic goals in achondroplasiaClinical Trials/Product Development; Rare Disease
11/2018FDA meetings address Pediatric Device development, drug safetyPediatric Device; Pharmacovigilance
10/2018FDA OKs first injectable fish oil triglyceride emulsion for parenteral nutritionNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Nutrition
09/2018Extrapolation of adult efficacy data leads to pediatric indications for 4 seizure drugsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Neurology
08/2018FDA publishes first patient-focused drug development guidanceClinical Trials/Product Development
07/2018HIV PrEP drug can be part of strategy to prevent infection in at-risk adolescentsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Infectious Disease; Adolescent Health
07/2018First drug to treat relapsing MS in pediatric patients approvedNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Neurology
06/2018New approach to developing cystic fibrosis treatments have wider applicationsClinical Trials/Product Development; Rare Disease; Pulmonology
05/2018New pediatric labeling information for 53 productsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
04/2018Consortium, networks dedicated to improving treatments for neonatesPediatric Initiative; Neonatology
03/2018Workshops focus on long-term medication safety, pediatric ‘big data’Clinical Trials/Product Development; Pharmacovigilance
02/2018FDA approves epinephrine auto-injector for infants, toddlersNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Allergy/Immunology
01/2018FDA working to advance development of drugs for pediatric heart failureClinical Trials/Product Development; Cardiology
12/2017FDA allows qualified health claim on benefits of early peanut introductionNutrition; Allergy/Immunology
11/2017FDA committed to affordable generic drugs for childrenGeneric Drugs/Biosimilars
10/2017FDA OKs imaging tool for evaluating VUR without radiation exposureNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Medical Imaging; Urology 
09/2017FDA clears first MRI device for neonatesPediatric Device; Medical Imaging; Neonatology
08/2017FDA reviews ethical question in muscular dystrophy clinical trialClinical Trials/Product Development; Ethics; Rare Disease
07/2017FDA approves TNF inhibitor to treat children with chronic plaque psoriasisNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Rheumatology
06/2017New pediatric labeling information available for 52 productsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
05/2017Newborn screening test for lysosomal storage disorders can be marketedPediatric Device; Rare Disease; Neonatology
04/2017FDA fosters development of therapies for children with Rare DiseasesPediatric Initiative; Rare Disease
03/2017FDA issues new rule on pediatric medical cribs, medical bassinetsPediatric Device
02/2017FDA releases guidance on extrapolating data to enhance Pediatric Device developmentClinical Trials/Product Development
01/2017Topical retinoid acne treatment approved for OTC useNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Dermatology; Adolescent Health
12/2016FDA regulations for e-cigarettes, other tobacco products take effectPediatric Initiative; Tobacco Prevention; Adolescent Health
11/2016Pediatric Medical Countermeasures approved under Animal RuleNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Medical Countermeasures
10/2016Workshop participants call for more studies of medication safety during lactationClinical Trials/Product Development; Pharmacovigilance; Maternal Health
09/2016FDA report highlights successes, challenges in pediatric drug researchClinical Trials/Product Development
08/2016FDA Approves drug to treat active Crohn's disease in pediatric patientsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Gastroenterology
07/2016New ADHD medications target patients who have trouble swallowing pillsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Psychiatry
06/2016Patients on perampanel should be monitored for behavior changesSafety Warning; Neurology
05/2016Anti-epileptic drug efficacy in adults can be extrapolated to pediatric patientsClinical Trials/Product Development; Neurology
04/2016New pediatric information available for 52 productsNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change
03/2016FDA approves first drug to treat rare enzyme disorder in infants, childrenNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Rare Disease
02/2016New regimen helps prevent nausea, vomiting in children receiving chemotherapyNew Drug/Biologic Approval/Label Change; Oncology
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