Latest Neurological Disorders News

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.

Neurotech International reports a dramatic reduction in half-year losses alongside significant clinical and regulatory progress for its lead cannabinoid therapy NTI164. The company also strengthens its cash position through a $4 million placement and a $4.7 million R&D tax refund.

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.

Neurotech International has reported positive long-term safety results for its lead drug candidate NTI164, bolstering its path towards regulatory approval and chronic use in paediatric neurological disorders.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals has dosed the first patient in its groundbreaking Phase 3 trial of NNZ-2591 for Phelan-McDermid syndrome, a rare genetic disorder with no approved therapies. The trial marks a significant step forward for the PMS community and rare disease drug development.

The US Congress has reauthorized the Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher program through September 2029, a move that could significantly benefit Neuren Pharmaceuticals as it advances its rare disease drug candidates.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals has received detailed feedback from the US FDA on its clinical development plans for NNZ-2591 targeting hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy and Pitt Hopkins syndrome, paving a clearer path forward despite some delays.

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.

Neurotech International has secured a Rare Pediatric Disease Designation from the FDA for its lead drug NTI164 targeting Rett syndrome, alongside publishing promising clinical data and raising $8.7 million to fuel further development.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals’ partner Acadia projects DAYBUE sales to reach around US$700 million by 2028, driven by US market expansion and international approvals. The launch of a new formulation and ongoing clinical trials in Japan underpin this optimistic outlook.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals has secured Health Canada approval to expand its pivotal Phase 3 trial of NNZ-2591 for Phelan-McDermid syndrome into Canadian sites, complementing ongoing US enrolment.

Neurotech International has locked in $4 million through a share placement to advance its promising paediatric neurological drug, NTI164. The raise, supported by both new and existing investors including company directors, aims to fund critical clinical and regulatory milestones.