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New US product, ORMALVI™ (dichlorphenamide) tablets, launches for Primary Periodic Paralysis (PPP) treatment

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onsdag, maj 8, 2024

We want to provide them with the support that they require to effectively manage their PPP.

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  • We want to provide them with the support that they require to effectively manage their PPP.
  • ORMALVI™ is an oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of primary hyperkalemic periodic paralysis, primary hypokalemic periodic paralysis, and related variants.
  • Simply Stated: Research Updates in Periodic Paralysis - Quest | Muscular Dystrophy Association [online] Available at: https://mdaquest.org/simply-stated-research-updates-in-periodic-paralysis Accessed 23 Nov. 2023.
  • The impact of permanent muscle weakness on quality of life in periodic paralysis: a survey of 66 patients.

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Icandra (previously Vildagliptin / metformin hydrochloride Novartis), vildagliptin,metformin, Date of authorisation: 30/11/2008, Revision: 26, Status: Authorised

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måndag, januari 8, 2024

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Icandra (previously Vildagliptin / metformin hydrochloride Novartis), vildagliptin,metformin, Date of authorisation: 30/11/2008, Revision: 26, Status: Authorised

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Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Icandra (previously Vildagliptin / metformin hydrochloride Novartis), vildagliptin,metformin, Date of authorisation: 30/11/2008, Revision: 26, Status: Authorised

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Eucreas, vildagliptin,metformin, Date of authorisation: 14/11/2007, Revision: 24, Status: Authorised

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måndag, januari 8, 2024

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Eucreas, vildagliptin,metformin, Date of authorisation: 14/11/2007, Revision: 24, Status: Authorised

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Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Eucreas, vildagliptin,metformin, Date of authorisation: 14/11/2007, Revision: 24, Status: Authorised

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Zomarist, vildagliptin,metformin, Date of authorisation: 30/11/2008, Revision: 24, Status: Authorised

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måndag, januari 8, 2024

Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Zomarist, vildagliptin,metformin, Date of authorisation: 30/11/2008, Revision: 24, Status: Authorised

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Human medicines European public assessment report (EPAR): Zomarist, vildagliptin,metformin, Date of authorisation: 30/11/2008, Revision: 24, Status: Authorised

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals Provides Business and Pipeline Update at 42nd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference

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måndag, januari 8, 2024

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: LXRX), a biopharmaceutical company with a mission of pioneering medicines that transform patients’ lives, today announced a business and pipeline update at the 42nd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference taking place January 8-12, 2024.

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  • THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: LXRX), a biopharmaceutical company with a mission of pioneering medicines that transform patients’ lives, today announced a business and pipeline update at the 42nd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference taking place January 8-12, 2024.
  • “Lexicon achieved major advancements in 2023 in its business and pipeline of pharmaceutical innovations,” said Lonnel Coats, chief executive officer and director of Lexicon.
  • The company will also focus on ensuring a strong ongoing awareness of INPEFA in the medical community through medical publications and congress presence.
  • Company to Present at J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 10:30am PST (1:30pm ET)
    Lonnel Coats, Lexicon’s chief executive officer, will make a company presentation.

Incannex Update on IHL-42X Drug Candidate in Phase 2/3 Clinical Trial in Obstructive Sleep Apnea

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onsdag, december 6, 2023

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterised by a narrowing or obstruction of the upper airway during sleep, which interrupts breathing resulting in decreased oxygen uptake and poor sleep quality.

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  • Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is characterised by a narrowing or obstruction of the upper airway during sleep, which interrupts breathing resulting in decreased oxygen uptake and poor sleep quality.
  • Incannex has designed IHL-42X, a combination of dronabinol (synthetic THC) and acetazolamide, for treatment of OSA.
  • A video presentation of IHL-42X for the treatment of OSA has been uploaded to the Incannex website, link here: https://www.incannex.com/clinical-trail/ihl-42x-osa/ .
  • This gave Incannex the confidence to proceed with a multisite Phase 2/3 clinical trial further investigating safety and efficacy of IHL-42X in patients with OSA.

Holiday Pet Dangers

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onsdag, november 15, 2023

MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The holidays are best spent with family and friends, not taking a trip to the animal hospital. With the trifecta of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Eve coming up, the toxicology experts at Pet Poison Helpline want to warn pet lovers about the many dangers that face pets during this festive season.

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  • With the trifecta of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Eve coming up, the toxicology experts at Pet Poison Helpline want to warn pet lovers about the many dangers that face pets during this festive season.
  • Meinke also contacted Pet Poison Helpline, who then worked with the medical team at BluePearl to identify the lily, diagnose and treat his pets.
  • "Many holiday treats include chocolate, and are often left sitting out on counters and dinner tables," said Dr. Schmid.
  • This year, we want pet lovers to remember the holidays for all the joy and happiness, not an emergency room visit."

Avanzanite Bioscience Expands Partnership With Advicenne in Additional European Countries

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onsdag, oktober 18, 2023

Avanzanite Bioscience B.V. (“Avanzanite” or the “Company”), a specialty pharmaceutical company with a corporate mission of boosting orphan drug access and unlocking their full potential in European markets, today announced that it has expanded its commercial partnership with Paris-based specialty pharmaceutical company Advicenne for Sibnayal®.

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  • Avanzanite Bioscience B.V. (“Avanzanite” or the “Company”), a specialty pharmaceutical company with a corporate mission of boosting orphan drug access and unlocking their full potential in European markets, today announced that it has expanded its commercial partnership with Paris-based specialty pharmaceutical company Advicenne for Sibnayal®.
  • Today’s announcement extends Avanzanite’s exclusive commercialization and distribution rights into three additional European countries, including Ireland, Cyprus and Malta.
  • The condition leads to stunted growth in children, brittle bones or rickets, kidney stones and life-threatening hypokalemia.
  • Announced in February 2023 , the original geographic scope of the partnership included Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Greece.

Allogene Therapeutics Appoints Geoffrey Parker as Chief Financial Officer

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måndag, oktober 16, 2023

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allogene Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALLO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of allogeneic CAR T (AlloCAR T™) products for cancer, has appointed Geoffrey Parker as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer.

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  • SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allogene Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALLO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of allogeneic CAR T (AlloCAR T™) products for cancer, has appointed Geoffrey Parker as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer.
  • Mr. Parker will oversee the Company’s financial operations and business strategy and will serve as a member of the Leadership Team.
  • “I am excited to join Allogene during this pivotal time in the company’s evolution,” said Mr. Parker.
  • In addition, Mr. Parker currently serves as a member of the board of directors of Better Therapeutics and of Perrigo Company plc.

Outcomes Data Reveal Significant Impact of Etiometry Utilization in Liberating Patients from Invasive ICU Treatments

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måndag, augusti 28, 2023

Etiometry’s Risk Analytics provide an individualized assessment of the patient’s condition, bringing attention to patients who need it most and revealing insight into the cause of potential deterioration or improvement to a patient's state.

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  • Etiometry’s Risk Analytics provide an individualized assessment of the patient’s condition, bringing attention to patients who need it most and revealing insight into the cause of potential deterioration or improvement to a patient's state.
  • Extubation failure is associated with significant morbidity, including prolonged total ventilation time and longer hospital length of stay.
  • The findings reveal the new automated standardized workflow in Etiometry informed data-driven decisions leading to an 18% reduction of time with vasoactive infusions.
  • The data are compelling, especially in terms of how our clinical intelligence can enhance patient care,” said Shane Cooke, CEO of Etiometry.