Neuropathic pain

EQS-News: Grünenthal reports strong 2023 results with record revenue and continued investments in R&D and acquisitions

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

In 2023, Grünenthal generated €1.8 billion in revenues, an increase of 10 percent over the prior year.

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  • In 2023, Grünenthal generated €1.8 billion in revenues, an increase of 10 percent over the prior year.
  • Grünenthal owns 51 percent of the new enterprise Grünenthal Meds and intends to acquire the remaining share in 2026.
  • Aachen, Germany, 25 March 2024 – Grünenthal, the leading pharmaceutical company in pain research and management, released its 2023 full-year results, announcing a double-digit revenue growth.
  • The 2023 results were driven by strong business performance in the United States, Latin America and Europe.

Chromocell Issues Letter to Stockholders from Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

We transferred $2.2 million in liabilities to Chromocell Corporation in exchange for 2,600 shares of Series C Convertible Redeemable Preferred Stock (“Series C Preferred Stock”).

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  • We transferred $2.2 million in liabilities to Chromocell Corporation in exchange for 2,600 shares of Series C Convertible Redeemable Preferred Stock (“Series C Preferred Stock”).
  • Our CEO has agreed to further defer a considerable portion of his accrued compensation, affirming the belief in Chromocell’s mission.
  • We truly feel that our IPO and recent therapeutic development activities have positioned Chromocell for long term growth and success.
  • I wish to thank you for your support and remain a resource to each of you as we move forward.

Trevena Reports Fourth Quarter 2023 Results and Provides Corporate Update

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Monday, April 1, 2024

CHESTERBROOK, Pa., April 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Trevena, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRVN), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel medicines for patients with central nervous system (CNS) disorders, today reported its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023 and provided an overview of its recent operational highlights.

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  • Given performance to date, we are reducing commercial support and reviewing alternatives for OLINVYK to preserve capital,” said Carrie Bourdow, President and CEO of Trevena.
  • OLINVYK will remain available for purchase by customers, who can continue to order the product through their normal channels.
  • In a review of safety and tolerability across both studies, TRV045 was well tolerated with results generally consistent with prior first-in-human studies.
  • For the fourth quarter of 2023, the Company reported a net loss attributable to common stockholders of $16.5 million, or $1.06 per share, compared to $7.0 million, or $0.73 per share in the fourth quarter of 2022.

Artelo Biosciences Reports Fiscal 2023 Year-End Financial Results and Provides Business Update

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Monday, March 25, 2024

SOLANA BEACH, Calif., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artelo Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARTL), a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on modulating lipid-signaling pathways to develop treatments for people living with cancer, pain, dermatologic and neurological conditions, today reported financial and operating results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 and provided a business update.

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  • SOLANA BEACH, Calif., March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Artelo Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARTL), a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company focused on modulating lipid-signaling pathways to develop treatments for people living with cancer, pain, dermatologic and neurological conditions, today reported financial and operating results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 and provided a business update.
  • “We made substantial progress on multiple programs last year,” commented Gregory D. Gorgas, President and Chief Executive Officer of Artelo Biosciences.
  • Cash and Investments: Cash and investments totalled $10.4 million as of December 31, 2023.
  • R&D Expenses: Research and development expenses were $5.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to $4.3 million for the same period in 2022.

Bausch + Lomb Will Present New Scientific Data and Analyses at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Annual Meeting

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

In addition to these scientific presentations, the company will also sponsor educational events focused on these and other Bausch + Lomb products.

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  • In addition to these scientific presentations, the company will also sponsor educational events focused on these and other Bausch + Lomb products.
  • Bausch + Lomb activities at ASCRS:
    “Assessment of the Spectacle Independence and Visual Outcomes Following Bilateral Implantation of a Novel Toric IOL* Among Cataract Patients.” Harasymowycz et al.
  • “Outcomes of an Ultra-Low Cylinder Powered (0.90 D) Toric versus Non-Toric IOL in Low Astigmatic Patients Undergoing Cataract Surgery.” Muzychuk et al.
  • “Quality of Vision and Clinical Outcomes of a Novel Trifocal IOL* Implanted Bilaterally After Cataract Surgery: A Canadian Multicenter Study.” Harasymowycz et al.

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals Reports Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Provides Business Update

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Monday, March 11, 2024

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    THE WOODLANDS, Texas, March 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: LXRX), today reported financial results for the three months ended December 31, 2023 and provided an update on key corporate milestones.
  • “2023 was a pivotal year for Lexicon,” said Lonnel Coats, Lexicon’s chief executive officer.
  • Unless otherwise stated, all comparisons are for the fourth quarter and full year of 2023 compared to the fourth quarter and full year of 2022.
  • Revenues: Revenues for the fourth quarter and full year of 2023 were $0.7 million and $1.2 million, respectively, primarily from the commercialization of INPEFA.

Scilex Holding Company Announces Acceptance of Abstract for Poster and Oral Presentation at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM)

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Titled: Decreased Opioid Utilization with Lidocaine Topical System 1.8% Compared to Lidocaine 5% Patch: A Retrospective Claims Analysis (First author: Srinivas Nalamachu, M.D.).

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  • Titled: Decreased Opioid Utilization with Lidocaine Topical System 1.8% Compared to Lidocaine 5% Patch: A Retrospective Claims Analysis (First author: Srinivas Nalamachu, M.D.).
  • In addition, patients treated with ZTlido® had a more significant reduction in opioid dose relative to a generic lidocaine 5% patch.
  • Regardless of the type of neuropathic pain, ZTlido® was associated with a greater opioid-sparing effect than a generic lidocaine 5% patch.
  • As a result, improved adhesion for ZTlido® is likely contributing to more optimal pain management and enable reduction/discontinuation of opioid dose.

Nalu Medical, Inc. Closes $85 Million Series E Round

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Nalu Medical, Inc. (Nalu), a private company focused on innovative, minimally invasive, and non-pharmacologic solutions for chronic neuropathic pain, announced today the closing of an incremental $20M in equity financing from new investor B Capital, bringing the total Series E round of equity investment to $85M.

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  • Nalu Medical, Inc. (Nalu), a private company focused on innovative, minimally invasive, and non-pharmacologic solutions for chronic neuropathic pain, announced today the closing of an incremental $20M in equity financing from new investor B Capital, bringing the total Series E round of equity investment to $85M.
  • Series E was led by Novo Holdings (Novo) with $65M of the total closing in late-December 2023.
  • Also participating in the round were all existing significant investors: Gilde Healthcare, MVM Partners, Endeavour Vision, Decheng Capital, Longitude Capital, Advent Life Sciences, Pura Vida, and Aperture Venture Partners.
  • “The Nalu Team is committed to addressing the unmet needs of patients suffering from chronic intractable neuropathic pain.

Neuraptive Therapeutics, Inc. Announces Positive 24-Week Data for NTX-001 in the Phase 2 NEUROFUSE Study, Reinforcing Previously Announced Proof of Concept 12-Week Data

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

At the 24-week mark, NTX-001 continues to demonstrate an encouraging safety profile, with lower treatment-emergent adverse event rates than the standard of care.

Key Points: 
  • At the 24-week mark, NTX-001 continues to demonstrate an encouraging safety profile, with lower treatment-emergent adverse event rates than the standard of care.
  • The secondary endpoints, including the Numerical Pain Rating Scale, also showed statistically significant improvements, favoring NTX-001 at the 24-week timepoint.
  • Neuraptive Therapeutics, Inc. is dedicated to the innovation and development of medical products and therapeutics to repair and regenerate peripheral nerves.
  • Neuraptive Therapeutics, Inc. disclaims any obligation to update the information contained in these forward-looking statements.

Chromocell Therapeutics Announces Pricing of Upsized $6.6 Initial Public Offering

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Friday, February 16, 2024

FREEHOLD, N.J., Feb. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chromocell Therapeutics Corporation (NYSE American: CHRO) (“Chromocell” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotech company focused on developing and commercializing new, non-opioid therapeutics to alleviate pain, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 1,100,000 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $6.00 per share.

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  • FREEHOLD, N.J., Feb. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chromocell Therapeutics Corporation (NYSE American: CHRO) (“Chromocell” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotech company focused on developing and commercializing new, non-opioid therapeutics to alleviate pain, today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 1,100,000 shares of common stock at a public offering price of $6.00 per share.
  • The offering raised aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $6.6 million, prior to deducting underwriting discounts and other offering expenses.
  • In addition, the Company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 15% of shares of common stock at the initial public offering price, less underwriting discounts, and commissions to cover over-allotments, if any.
  • The offering is expected to close on February 21, 2024, subject to customary closing conditions.