Oncology Drug Approval News Flash: Mirdametinib (Gomekli) Approved by FDA for NF1-Associated Plexiform Neurofibromas

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【FDA Approval Alert】SpringWorks’s mirdametinib (Gomekli) Approved for NF1-Associated Plexiform Neurofibromas (February 11, 2025)

On February 11, 2025, the U.S. FDA approved mirdametinib (Gomekli) for patients aged 2 years and older with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) and symptomatic, inoperable plexiform neurofibromas (PN). Approval was based on the ReNeu trial (NCT03962543).

Disease Overview: NF1-Associated Plexiform Neurofibromas

NF1 is a hereditary tumor predisposition syndrome. PN are benign nerve sheath tumors that may cause pain, functional impairment, and disfigurement. Targeted therapies offer non-surgical options for inoperable tumors.

Treatment Summary

  • Drug Name: mirdametinib (Gomekli)
  • Company: SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc.
  • Approval Date: February 11, 2025
  • Indication: Symptomatic, inoperable NF1-associated PN (≥2 years old)
  • Mechanism of Action: MEK inhibitor
  • Pivotal Trial: ReNeu (NCT03962543)
  • Key Efficacy:
    • Adults: ORR 41% (95% CI: 29–55)
    • Pediatrics: ORR 52% (95% CI: 38–65)

Patient-Friendly Summary

Gomekli blocks tumor growth signals, shrinking inoperable plexiform neurofibromas and providing a new oral treatment option.

M&A Information

  • Subsidiary: Not applicable (SpringWorks in-house development)
  • Acquisition Date: Not applicable
  • Development Stage at Acquisition: Not applicable
  • Investor Information: Public Investors (NASDAQ: SWTX)

Source

This approval information is based on data from Drugs@FDA (U.S. FDA) and AACR releases.

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