Latest European Medicines Agency News

CLINUVEL Pharmaceuticals has received final scientific advice from the European Medicines Agency on the design of its pivotal Phase III trial for SCENESSE in vitiligo, endorsing a comprehensive evidence approach and prioritising patients with darker skin tones.

Biotron Limited reveals that its lead antiviral candidate BIT-HBV001 shows promising activity against Hepatitis Delta Virus, expanding its potential impact beyond Hepatitis B. Meanwhile, the company completes integration of Sedarex and advances regulatory plans for its anaesthetic SedRx.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals’ partner Acadia Pharmaceuticals is seeking a re-examination of the European Medicines Agency’s refusal to approve trofinetide for Rett syndrome, aiming to overturn the setback and bring the treatment to European patients.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals reports a 15% rise in 2025 royalties from its partner Acadia’s DAYBUE sales, with strong 2026 guidance signalling further growth. The launch of a new powder formulation and ongoing regulatory efforts in Europe and Japan add to the momentum.

Prescient Therapeutics reported a 62.8% increase in half-year losses to nearly $4 million, driven by intensified clinical development of its PTX-100 cancer therapy. The company bolstered its balance sheet with a $9.85 million capital raise while securing key regulatory milestones in Europe and the US.

Telix Pharmaceuticals has lodged a European marketing authorization application for TLX101-Px, a novel PET imaging agent targeting glioma brain cancer, aiming to enhance diagnostic precision and patient access across major European markets.

Acadia Pharmaceuticals has received a negative vote from the European Medicines Agency’s committee on its application to market trofinetide for Rett syndrome in the EU, prompting plans for a re-examination request.

Argenica Therapeutics has won a crucial regulatory waiver from the European Medicines Agency, removing the need for paediatric trials for its stroke drug ARG-007 and clearing the way for faster adult market approval in Europe.

Actinogen Medical has completed enrolment for its pivotal XanaMIA Alzheimer's trial ahead of schedule, with a positive interim analysis supporting continuation. The company is gearing up for an open-label extension and advancing commercial and partnership strategies.

Prescient Therapeutics has secured a key regulatory milestone with the EMA granting Orphan Drug Designation for PTX-100 to treat cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, while expanding its Phase 2a clinical trial across multiple continents.

Avecho Biotechnology is on the cusp of completing patient dosing in its pivotal Phase III CBD insomnia trial, backed by a recent $2.5 million capital raise and patent allowances in the US and Europe.

Syntara Limited has made significant strides in its clinical pipeline, launching new trials and receiving key regulatory designations, positioning 2026 as a pivotal year for the company.