Vanda Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VNDA) CEO outlines DTC channel for FDA-approved motion drug

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Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc. reported that its President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman, Dr. Mihael Polymeropoulos, appeared on Fox Business’ Mornings with Maria to discuss pricing and commercial plans for a drug recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to prevent vomiting caused by motion.

During the interview, he stated that Vanda is developing a direct-to-consumer channel to provide access to this drug and indicated that the channel is expected to be available in the next couple of months. The company furnished a link to the full televised interview for reference.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 10, 2026

VANDA PHARMACEUTICALS INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

001-34186

03-0491827

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File No.)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

2200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Suite 300E

Washington, DC 20037

(Address of principal executive offices and zip code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (202) 734-3400

Not Applicable

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol(s)			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share			VNDA			The Nasdaq Global Market

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Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.

On March 10, 2026, Mihael Polymeropoulos, M.D., President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Vanda”), appeared on Mornings with Maria on Fox Business and discussed Vanda’s pricing and commercial strategy for its drug, NEREUSTM, which was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the prevention of vomiting induced by motion. During the interview on Fox Business, Dr. Polymeropoulos disclosed that Vanda is developing NEREUSRXTM, which will be a direct-to-consumer channel for access to NEREUSTM. Dr. Polymeropoulos then indicated that NEREUSTM will be available in the next couple of months. The full interview can be seen here: https://www.foxbusiness.com/video/6390680373112.

The information furnished pursuant to this Item 7.01 shall not be deemed “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (as amended, the “Exchange Act”) or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall such information be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Dated:

March 10, 2026

VANDA PHARMACEUTICALS INC.

By:

/s/ Timothy Williams

Name:

Timothy Williams

Title:

Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary

FAQ

What did Vanda Pharmaceuticals (VNDA) disclose in its March 10, 2026 Form 8-K?

Vanda disclosed that its CEO, Dr. Mihael Polymeropoulos, appeared on Fox Business to discuss pricing and commercial strategy for a newly FDA-approved drug. The filing highlights this media appearance and summarizes key points from the discussion for investors and the market.

What drug did Vanda Pharmaceuticals (VNDA) discuss in the Fox Business interview?

The CEO discussed a Vanda drug recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to prevent vomiting induced by motion. The conversation focused on its pricing, commercialization approach, and how Vanda plans to make it available to patients through future distribution channels.

What direct-to-consumer plan did Vanda (VNDA) describe in the Form 8-K?

Vanda reported that its CEO said the company is developing a direct-to-consumer channel to provide access to its newly approved motion-related vomiting prevention drug. He indicated this channel is expected to become available within the next couple of months, expanding how patients obtain the therapy.

How soon did Vanda (VNDA) say its direct-to-consumer channel could launch?

During the Fox Business interview, Vanda’s CEO indicated the new direct-to-consumer access channel for the FDA-approved drug should be available in the next couple of months. This timing suggests near-term commercial activity focused on reaching patients more directly outside traditional prescribing pathways.

Where can investors watch the Vanda (VNDA) CEO’s Fox Business interview?

Vanda provided a direct link to the full interview, hosted on Fox Business, in its Form 8-K. Viewers can access it at https://www.foxbusiness.com/video/6390680373112, which shows Dr. Mihael Polymeropoulos discussing pricing, commercialization, and direct-to-consumer plans for the approved motion-related drug.

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