FDA Approves Ascendis Pharma's Navepegritide for Treating Dwarfism in Children

Friday, Feb 27, 2026 10:44 pm ET1min read
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Ascendis Pharma has received FDA approval for navepegritide, marketed as Yuviwel, to treat children with achondroplasia, or dwarfism. The once-weekly medication is indicated for children two years and older. Yuviwel is dosed once a week and is the first FDA-approved treatment for achondroplasia.

FDA Approves Ascendis Pharma's Navepegritide for Treating Dwarfism in Children

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