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Aug 28, 2026

Priovant receives first FDA approval for targeted tablet in dermatomyositis

Priovant Therapeutics secured its first FDA approval for a targeted tablet treatment for dermatomyositis, a rare autoimmune disease affecting muscles and skin.

Aug 28, 2026·2 sources
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  • ▪The FDA approval of Lisraya (brepocitinib) was supported by data from the Phase 3 VALOR study, which showed significantly stronger clinical response than placebo
  • ▪Priovant Therapeutics is testing Lisraya (brepocitinib) in a Phase 3 study for non-infectious uveitis, with data expected in late 2026, and a Phase 2/3 study for lichen planopilaris
  • ▪Lisraya (brepocitinib) was originally developed by Pfizer before being licensed to Priovant Therapeutics

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