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New treatments for rare and common conditions

This report emphasizes new, next-gen and first-in-class treatment for cystic fibrosis, non-opioid treatment and GLP-1 drugs.

Optum Rx Notable New Drugs Report

Welcome to the Winter 2025 Notable New Drugs Report

This edition of the report showcases:

  • Two new indications for GLP-1s (obstructive sleep apnea and chronic kidney disease) in patients with type 2 diabetes could mean billions of dollars in additional sales.
  • A new cystic fibrosis drug offers a simplified treatment regimen and greater effectiveness against more of the genetic mutations that cause the condition.
  • Novel, nonaddictive, non-opioid treatment for acute pain.

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