Latest Pharmaceuticals News

Avecho Biotechnology progresses its Phase III clinical trial for a TPM®-enhanced CBD insomnia capsule, expands patient recruitment, and completes a major manufacturing campaign for its U.S. partner Ashland.

Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals has secured FDA clearance for its phase 3 knee osteoarthritis trial and raised $16 million to fund its next clinical steps, positioning the company for a pivotal year ahead.

Amplia Therapeutics reports encouraging progress in its Phase 2a ACCENT trial for pancreatic cancer, with nine confirmed partial responses and ongoing patient recruitment. The company also strengthens its financial position with a $13 million capital raise to support further clinical development.

Argenica Therapeutics has dosed 80% of patients in its Phase 2 stroke trial and gained FDA orphan drug designations for its second candidate, ARG-006. The company reports a cash-positive quarter with $15 million in reserves.

Argenica Therapeutics has received a positive safety review from its independent DSMB for the Phase 2 trial of ARG-007 in acute ischaemic stroke patients, with dosing now 86% complete and full recruitment expected by early Q2 2025.

Acrux Limited has launched its Nitroglycerin 0.4% Ointment and successfully raised nearly $4 million, positioning the specialty pharma company for sustained revenue growth.

LTR Pharma reports compelling clinical results for its nasal spray ED treatment SPONTAN®, demonstrating rapid absorption and strong safety, alongside strategic partnerships and a robust $34 million cash position.

Island Pharmaceuticals reports promising safety and anti-dengue activity in its Phase 2a trial of ISLA-101 and has commenced the Phase 2b therapeutic arm, backed by a fresh A$3.5 million capital raise.

Sigma Healthcare has achieved unanimous shareholder approval for its proposed merger with Chemist Warehouse, marking a pivotal step toward reshaping Australia's pharmaceutical retail landscape. The merger now awaits final court approval, with implementation anticipated in mid-February 2025.

Sigma Healthcare has successfully passed all key resolutions at its extraordinary general meeting, clearing a major hurdle for its proposed merger with Chemist Warehouse. The deal now awaits final court approval, with implementation expected in February.

Starpharma reports encouraging FDA feedback on its DEP® SN38 candidate for ovarian cancer and prepares for product launches in Saudi Arabia and UAE, supported by a solid $20.3 million cash position.

Neurotech International reports key clinical progress in paediatric neurological disorders, securing FDA orphan drug designation for its Rett Syndrome treatment and advancing pivotal trials for ASD and PANDAS/PANS.