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FDA approves Forzinity for Barth syndrome, the first treatment for the rare genetic disorder, based on improved muscle function in trials.
The FDA has granted accelerated approval to Forzinity (elamipretide) for Barth syndrome, a rare genetic disorder affecting primarily males, marking the first treatment for the condition.
Approved on September 19, 2025, the drug improves mitochondrial function and is based on clinical trial results showing enhanced muscle strength and physical performance.
It is currently approved for patients aged 12 and older weighing at least 66 pounds, with ongoing efforts to expand access to younger individuals.
The approval follows years of delays and advocacy from families, and requires a post-approval trial to confirm long-term benefits.
Common side effects are mild injection-site reactions.
FDA aprueba Forzinity para el síndrome de Barth, el primer tratamiento para el raro trastorno genético, basado en la mejora de la función muscular en ensayos.