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Vanda Pharmaceuticals Announces FDA Update for supplemental NDA for HETLIOZ in the Treatment of Insomnia WASHINGTON

Key Takeaway: Vanda Pharmaceuticals announced it has received a Complete Response Letter (CRL) from the FDA regarding its supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for HETLIOZ, intended for treating insomnia related to sleep initiation difficulties. The CRL signifies that the FDA cannot approve the sNDA in its present form due to identified deficiencies. Vanda is currently reviewing the CRL and considering its next steps in addressing the issues highlighted by the FDA.

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  • Vanda received a Complete Response Letter (CRL) from the FDA, indicating that the sNDA for HETLIOZ cannot be approved in its current form.
  • The FDA identified deficiencies that precluded discussions on labeling and postmarketing requirements.

Full Press Release Details

Vanda Pharmaceuticals Announces FDA Update for supplemental NDA for
HETLIOZ in the Treatment of Insomnia
WASHINGTON, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/
Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Vanda) (Nasdaq: VNDA) today announced that on March 4, 2024, it received a Complete Response Letter (CRL) from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as part of its ongoing review of Vanda s supplemental
New Drug Application (sNDA) for HETLIOZ (tasimelteon) in the treatment of insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep initiation.
In July 2023, the FDA had assigned a Prescription Drug User Fee Act target date of March 4, 2024 for the completion of its review of the sNDA. As
previously reported, on February 4, 2024, the FDA provided a notification stating that it identified deficiencies that precluded discussion of labeling and postmarketing requirements/commitments. Consistent with that notification, the FDA has
issued a CRL, indicating that the FDA cannot approve the sNDA in its present form.
Vanda is reviewing the CRL and evaluating its next steps.
About Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.
global biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative therapies to address high unmet medical needs and improve the lives of patients. For more on Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc., please visit
For full U.S. Prescribing Information for HETLIOZ , including indication and Important Safety
Information, visit www.hetlioz.com.
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and
Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recent FDA update for HETLIOZ?

Vanda received a Complete Response Letter from the FDA regarding the sNDA for HETLIOZ.

What does the Complete Response Letter indicate?

The CRL indicates that the FDA cannot approve the sNDA in its current form due to identified deficiencies.

When was the sNDA for HETLIOZ originally submitted?

The FDA had set a target date of March 4, 2024, for the sNDA review completion.

What issue did the FDA identify on February 4, 2024?

The FDA found deficiencies that prevented discussions about labeling and postmarketing requirements.

What is Vanda Pharmaceuticals' focus?

Vanda focuses on developing innovative therapies to address high unmet medical needs.

Last updated: Mar 6, 2024