Posted in Web FDA approves first non-opioid pain medicine in more than 20 years January 31, 2025 FDA approves first non-opioid pain medicine in more than 20 years The drug, Journavx (suzetrigine), inhibits an ion channel in peripheral nerves. https://arstechnica.com/health/2025/01/fda-approves-first-non-opioid-pain-medicine-in-more-than-20-years/