2026 FDA Public Meeting on Ralinepag NDA Submission
The 2026 FDA Public Meeting on Ralinepag NDA Submission is a forthcoming event organized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This meeting will focus on the New Drug Application (NDA) submission for ralinepag, a next-generation, once-daily oral prostacyclin receptor agonist developed for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). The event aims to provide a platform for stakeholders to discuss the clinical data, efficacy, and safety profile of ralinepag, as well as its potential role in the PAH treatment landscape.
Key topics to be covered include the results of the phase 3 ADVANCE OUTCOMES study, which demonstrated a 55% reduction in the risk of clinical worsening events compared to placebo, and significant improvements in six-minute walk distance and NT-proBNP levels. Discussions will also address the pharmacokinetic properties of ralinepag, its tolerability, and how it compares to existing PAH therapies.
The meeting will feature presentations from leading experts in the field of pulmonary hypertension, including members of the ADVANCE OUTCOMES Steering Committee. Attendees will have opportunities for networking and engaging in Q&A sessions to gain deeper insights into the clinical development program of ralinepag and its implications for patient care.
Healthcare professionals, researchers, patient advocates, and industry representatives involved in the management and treatment of PAH are encouraged to attend. This meeting will provide valuable information on a potential new therapeutic option and offer a forum for discussing its impact on current treatment paradigms.
Speakers(3)
Derek Solum, Ph.D.
Senior Director, Product Development at United Therapeutics
Dr. Solum leads product development at United Therapeutics and is the lead for the global ADVANCE OUTCOMES program.
Martine Rothblatt, Ph.D.
Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer at United Therapeutics
Dr. Rothblatt is the founder and CEO of United Therapeutics, a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for life-threatening conditions.
Vallerie V. McLaughlin, M.D.
Kim A. Eagle MD Endowed Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and Director, Pulmonary Hypertension Program at University of Michigan
Dr. McLaughlin is a leading expert in pulmonary hypertension, serving as the Director of the Pulmonary Hypertension Program at the University of Michigan and Chair of the ADVANCE OUTCOMES Steering Committee.
Event Details
- Date
- March 2, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Audience
- Healthcare professionals, researchers, patient advocates, and industry representatives involved in the management and treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).