Latest Pharmaceuticals News

Nyrada Inc. posted a significant $2.46 million loss for H1 FY25, driven by increased R&D spend, while advancing its lead drug NYR-BI03 into first-in-human trials following regulatory approval.

Zelira Therapeutics has received a $1.15 million cash refund from the Australian Government’s R&D Tax Incentive Scheme, bolstering its working capital to advance clinical development and business operations.

Opthea has completed the final patient visit in its pivotal COAST Phase 3 trial evaluating sozinibercept combined with aflibercept for wet AMD, with topline results expected early Q2 2025.

Neurizon Therapeutics reported a sharp rise in half-year losses to $7.28 million but marked significant progress with its lead drug NUZ-001 entering a major ALS clinical trial and securing critical regulatory designations.

PYC Therapeutics has launched a A$145.8 million pro-rata accelerated non-renounceable entitlement offer to fund late-stage clinical trials across its pipeline targeting rare diseases with high unmet needs. The capital raise aims to extend the company’s cash runway beyond FY27, supporting four drug candidates through critical human safety and efficacy milestones.

Recce Pharmaceuticals reports strong Phase II results for its RECCE® 327 topical gel, achieving a 93% efficacy rate in treating serious skin infections and setting the stage for accelerated Phase 3 trials.

Avecho Biotechnology has responded to an ASX price query, confirming no undisclosed information exists to explain recent trading spikes, while highlighting market speculation linked to its Phase III CBD insomnia trial.

Wellnex Life Limited has locked in A$9 million in conditional commitments to support its proposed dual listing on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market, alongside launching a 1:1 entitlement offer for existing shareholders.

Recce Pharmaceuticals has temporarily paused trading of its securities, signaling a potentially significant development pending further disclosure.

Althea Group Holdings has sharply downgraded its FY25 financial guidance, citing significant challenges in its medicinal cannabis division and the strategic withdrawal from a vape product initiative. Despite the setback, the company highlights ongoing growth in its recreational cannabis operations and a strategic refocus on capital efficiency.

Neurotech International has inked a development deal with RH Farma to produce a pharmaceutical-grade cannabinoid drug targeting pediatric neurodevelopmental disorders, leveraging advanced European extraction technology.

Telix Pharmaceuticals has gained UK MHRA approval for Illuccix, its advanced prostate cancer PET imaging agent, promising to alleviate supply shortages and improve diagnostic accuracy across the UK.