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Aquestive Therapeutics to Present Anaphylm™ (epinephrine) Sublingual Film Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Data At 2024 Eastern Allergy Conference

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tisdag, maj 28, 2024

WARREN, N.J., May 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AQST) (“Aquestive” or the “Company”), a pharmaceutical company advancing medicines to bring meaningful improvement to patients' lives through innovative science and delivery technologies, today announced that two encore poster presentations highlighting the positive pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacodynamic (PD) data from two completed clinical studies for Anaphylm™ (epinephrine) sublingual film will be presented at the Eastern Allergy Conference (EAC).

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  • WARREN, N.J., May 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: AQST) (“Aquestive” or the “Company”), a pharmaceutical company advancing medicines to bring meaningful improvement to patients' lives through innovative science and delivery technologies, today announced that two encore poster presentations highlighting the positive pharmacokinetic (PK) and pharmacodynamic (PD) data from two completed clinical studies for Anaphylm™ (epinephrine) sublingual film will be presented at the Eastern Allergy Conference (EAC).
  • Taking place from May 30 through June 2, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida, EAC features the most current information from the field's top experts on Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
  • Anaphylm is the Company’s first and only orally administered epinephrine prodrug product candidate under development for the treatment of severe life-threatening allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis.
  • “Anaphylm has the potential to transform the treatment of severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis.

Safer Skies Ahead: Congress Approves Legislation Requiring Updates to Airline Emergency Medical Kits

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onsdag, maj 15, 2024

The U.S. House and Senate passed legislation reauthorizing the Federal Aviation Administration that includes a requirement that emergency medical kits (EMKs) on airplanes be equipped to treat anaphylaxis, a serious allergic reaction that progresses rapidly.

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  • The U.S. House and Senate passed legislation reauthorizing the Federal Aviation Administration that includes a requirement that emergency medical kits (EMKs) on airplanes be equipped to treat anaphylaxis, a serious allergic reaction that progresses rapidly.
  • “This legislation represents a tremendous step forward for people with food allergies traveling on commercial airplanes,” said Kenneth Mendez, president and CEO of AAFA.
  • Additionally, the reauthorization calls for a review of the contents of these medical kits at least every five years.
  • AAFA has consistently called on the FAA and Congress to act to ensure easy-to-use epinephrine is available on commercial airplanes.

ARS Pharmaceuticals Highlights neffy Regulatory Progress and Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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torsdag, maj 9, 2024

SAN DIEGO, May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPRY), a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to empowering at-risk patients and caregivers to better protect themselves from severe allergic reactions that could lead to anaphylaxis, today reported business updates and financial results for the first quarter of 2024.

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  • Assuming approval on or before the anticipated PDUFA date, ARS Pharma anticipates launching neffy in the U.S. in the second half of 2024.
  • Following local regulatory approval of neffy, ARS Pharma will be responsible for supplying finished product to CSL Seqirus at a transfer price paid to ARS Pharma.
  • G&A expenses decreased from 2023 to 2024 primarily due to a pause in pre-commercial launch activities related to neffy.
  • Net Loss: Net loss was $10.3 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2024, compared to $15.0 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2023.

Aquestive Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Business Update

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tisdag, maj 7, 2024

“We continue to successfully execute on our growth strategy as demonstrated by our first quarter results,” said Daniel Barber, Chief Executive Officer of Aquestive.

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  • “We continue to successfully execute on our growth strategy as demonstrated by our first quarter results,” said Daniel Barber, Chief Executive Officer of Aquestive.
  • Total revenues increased to $12.1 million in the first quarter 2024 from $11.1 million in the first quarter 2023.
  • Research and development expenses increased to $5.9 million in the first quarter 2024 from $3.5 million in the first quarter 2023.
  • Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA loss was $7.2 million in the first quarter 2024, compared to non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA loss of $3.9 million in the first quarter 2023.

Nussbaum Law Group, P.C. and Roberts Law Firm US, PC Announce A $50 Million Class Action Settlement with Pfizer on Behalf of Direct Purchasers of EpiPen® or Generic EpiPen

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torsdag, maj 2, 2024

and Roberts Law Firm US, PC:

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  • and Roberts Law Firm US, PC:
    If you purchased EpiPen® or generic EpiPen directly from the manufacturer, you may receive a payment from a $50 million class action settlement with Pfizer.
  • A proposed settlement (“Settlement”) has been reached in a class action lawsuit with Pfizer, Inc., Meridian Medical Technologies, Inc., and King Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (n/k/a King Pharmaceuticals LLC) (together, “Pfizer”).
  • Under the settlement, Pfizer agreed to pay $50,000,000 into a settlement fund for the Direct Purchaser Settlement Class (“Settlement Fund”).
  • The settlement does not resolve claims against Mylan, and the lawsuit against Mylan will continue until it is resolved.

Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill on May 8: Advancing Health Equity for All

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onsdag, maj 1, 2024

On May 8, Allergy & Asthma Network is hosting its 27th annual Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill (AADCH) in Washington, DC to advocate for healthcare policies and legislation that leave no one behind – regardless of race, ethnicity, education, income level or where they live.

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  • On May 8, Allergy & Asthma Network is hosting its 27th annual Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill (AADCH) in Washington, DC to advocate for healthcare policies and legislation that leave no one behind – regardless of race, ethnicity, education, income level or where they live.
  • The theme this year is "Breaking Barriers: Advancing Health Equity for All."
  • "Health disparities create barriers to accessing care and achieving optimal health," says Lynda Mitchell, CEO of Allergy & Asthma Network.
  • "We are excited to head back to Capitol Hill to advocate for legislation that is patient-first and reinforces health equity," says Charmayne Anderson, Director of Advocacy at Allergy & Asthma Network.

ARS Pharmaceuticals Submits Response to FDA Complete Response Letter for neffy® (Epinephrine Nasal Spray)

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onsdag, april 3, 2024

In February 2024, ARS Pharma announced the successful completion of the repeat dosing study of neffy in seasonal allergic rhinitis under NAC conditions.

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  • In February 2024, ARS Pharma announced the successful completion of the repeat dosing study of neffy in seasonal allergic rhinitis under NAC conditions.
  • ARS Pharma also completed the nitrosamine testing requested with no measurable levels of nitrosamines detected.
  • In May 2023, the FDA Advisory Committee (PADAC) determined a favorable benefit-risk profile for neffy (16:6 for adults and 17:5 for children).
  • ARS Pharma anticipates an FDA review period of up to six months, and the PDUFA date is anticipated to be October 2, 2024, based on the submission receipt date of April 2, 2024.

Aquestive Therapeutics Strengthens Board of Directors with Experienced Biotech Executive

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måndag, april 1, 2024

“I am very pleased to welcome Abbey to the Aquestive Board of Directors.

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  • “I am very pleased to welcome Abbey to the Aquestive Board of Directors.
  • “The appointment of Abbey is one of our first steps in re-establishing our commercial capabilities.”
    Aquestive’s Board of Directors will now be comprised of eight directors, seven of whom are independent directors.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Abbey to the Board of Directors,” said Santo J. Costa, Chairman of the Board of Aquestive.
  • “Abbey is a highly skilled and experienced leader who will significantly contribute to the Board of Directors carrying out its mandate.

Invivyd Announces FDA Authorization for Emergency Use of PEMGARDA™ (Formerly VYD222) for Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) of COVID-19

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fredag, mars 22, 2024

Recipients should not be currently infected with or have had a known recent exposure to an individual infected with SARS-CoV-2.

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  • Recipients should not be currently infected with or have had a known recent exposure to an individual infected with SARS-CoV-2.
  • “The PEMGARDA EUA marks a transformational moment for Invivyd and for the many moderately to severely immunocompromised people who are vulnerable to COVID-19 disease in the U.S.
  • It was developed using INVYMAB™, the company’s platform approach which combines state-of-the-art viral surveillance and predictive modeling with advanced antibody engineering.
  • The severity of the reactions was generally mild (17/27) or moderate (8/27), but two reactions were life-threatening.

ARS Pharmaceuticals Provides Business Update and Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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torsdag, mars 21, 2024

SAN DIEGO, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARS Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPRY), a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to empowering at-risk patients and caregivers to better protect patients from severe allergic reactions that could lead to anaphylaxis, today reported business updates and financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2023.

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  • In February 2024, ARS Pharma announced the successful completion of the repeat dosing study of neffy in seasonal allergic rhinitis under nasal allergen challenge conditions.
  • R&D Expenses: Research and development expenses were $3.4 million and $20.3 million for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2023, respectively.
  • G&A Expenses: General and administrative expenses were $6.8 million and $47.3 million for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2023, respectively.
  • Net Loss: Net loss was $7.2 million and $54.4 million for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2023, respectively.