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Algernon Pharmaceuticals Issues Compensation Options

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Algernon Pharmaceuticals, a clinical-stage pharmaceutical development company, granted 96,000 stock options at an exercise price of $4.10 for five years to officers, directors, employees, and a consultant, pending regulatory approval. Algernon focuses on drug repurposing, investigating safe, already approved drugs for new disease applications, particularly those not previously approved in the U.S. or Europe.

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (the “Company” or “Algernon”) (CSE: AGN) (FRANKFURT: AGW) (OTCQB: AGNPD) a clinical stage pharmaceutical development company reports that the Company has granted 96,000 stock options exercisable at $4.10 for five years from date of grant, for officers and directors, employees and a consultant and are subject to approval by regulatory authorities.

About Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc. 

Algernon is a drug re-purposing company that investigates safe, already approved drugs, including naturally occurring compounds, for new disease applications, moving them efficiently and safely into new human trials, developing new formulations and seeking new regulatory approvals in global markets. Algernon specifically investigates compounds that have never been approved in the U.S. or Europe to avoid off label prescription writing.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Christopher J. Moreau
CEO
Algernon Pharmaceuticals Inc.
604.398.4175 ext 701
info@algernonpharmaceuticals.com
investors@algernonpharmaceuticals.com
www.algernonpharmaceuticals.com

Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange nor its Market Regulator (as that term is defined in the policies of the Canadian Securities Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

CAUTIONARY DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: No Securities Exchange has reviewed nor accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of the content of this news release. This news release contains forward-looking statements relating to product development, licensing, commercialization and regulatory compliance issues and other statements that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements are often identified by terms such as “will”, “may”, “should”, “anticipate”, “expects” and similar expressions. All statements other than statements of historical fact, included in this release are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations include the failure to satisfy the conditions of the relevant securities exchange(s) and other risks detailed from time to time in the filings made by the Company with securities regulations. The reader is cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information. Such information, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company will update or revise publicly any of the included forward-looking statements as expressly required by applicable law.


FAQ

What stock options were granted by Algernon Pharmaceuticals on January 4, 2022?

Algernon Pharmaceuticals granted 96,000 stock options exercisable at $4.10 for five years.

What is the stock symbol for Algernon Pharmaceuticals?

The stock symbol for Algernon Pharmaceuticals is AGNPD.

Why are the stock options granted by Algernon Pharmaceuticals subject to regulatory approval?

The stock options are subject to regulatory approval to ensure compliance with securities regulations.

What is the primary focus of Algernon Pharmaceuticals?

Algernon Pharmaceuticals focuses on repurposing already approved drugs for new disease applications.

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