FDA approves Vowst, microbiome ,to prevent recurrence of C. difficile infection
Seres Therapeutics, Inc. and Nestlé Health Science announced the FDA approval of Vowst (fecal microbiota spores, live-brpk), formerly called SER-109, an orally administered microbiota-based therapeutic to prevent recurrence of C. difficile Infection (CDI) in adults following antibacterial treatment for recurrent CDI (rCDI)
Vowst is not indicated for the treatment of CDI.
Recurrent CDI represents significant unmet need and is a leading cause of hospital-acquired infection that can result in severe illness and death. Based on data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the companies estimate 156,000 episodes in the U.S. in 2023.
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