Latest Pharmaceuticals News

Avecho Biotechnology is close to completing recruitment for the interim analysis cohort of its pivotal Phase III trial testing a CBD capsule for insomnia, with results expected in the first half of 2026.

Receivers and administrators have been appointed to 54 pharmacies within the Infinity Retail Pharmacy Group, catching Paragon Care off guard despite ongoing debt restructuring talks. The company pledges to support an orderly resolution to maximise creditor returns.

Aumake Limited has obtained a Hong Kong pharmaceutical wholesale licence, enabling it to launch up to five online over-the-counter medicine stores targeting Chinese consumers. This strategic move positions the company to tap into China’s rapidly expanding OTC market.

Telix Pharmaceuticals confirms completion of Part 1 enrolment in its ProstACT Phase 3 trial for prostate cancer, with safety data supporting progression to Part 2 and regulatory approvals secured across multiple countries.

Anatara Lifesciences reports encouraging pre-clinical results for its anti-obesity candidate AOC, demonstrating significant reductions in weight regain and visceral fat in mice. However, a delay in mechanism of action studies pushes full data release to January 2026.

Island Pharmaceuticals has inked a Master Service Agreement with Texas Biomedical Research Institute, enhancing its strategic position to advance Galidesivir through the FDA Animal Rule pathway. This partnership aligns with US government priorities on viral threats and sets the stage for a planned clinical program in early 2026.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has won a significant Australian Government R&D tax incentive, unlocking up to A$85 million for its synthetic anti-infective programs worldwide, including a pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial.

Immutep Limited reports robust progress in its pivotal Phase III TACTI-004 trial for advanced non-small cell lung cancer, with over 120 clinical sites activated across 27 countries including the US. Patient enrolment has reached 38% of the target, keeping key milestones on track.

Genetic Signatures announces the upcoming departure of CEO Allison Rossiter, initiating a leadership transition as the company intensifies its focus on US market expansion.

Cann Group Limited has successfully completed a significant debt restructure and equity raising, improving its financial footing and liquidity to support future growth.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals’ partner Acadia secures FDA approval for DAYBUE STIX, a new powder formulation of trofinetide offering greater flexibility for Rett syndrome patients. This milestone expands treatment options and sets the stage for increased royalty revenue in 2026.

An independent meta-analysis presented at the ASH Annual Meeting reveals Mesoblast’s remestemcel-L achieves superior remission rates and safety outcomes compared to ruxolitinib in treating steroid-refractory acute graft-versus-host disease.