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Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of novel therapeutics for neurodegenerative and neurodevelopmental disorders. Headquartered in New York, Anavex focuses on precision medicine to treat diseases with high unmet medical needs, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Rett syndrome, and schizophrenia.
Anavex's lead compound, ANAVEX 2-73 (blarcamesine), is an orally available small molecule targeting sigma-1 and muscarinic receptors. It aims to restore cellular homeostasis, showing promise in multiple CNS disorders. Blarcamesine has successfully completed Phase 2a and Phase 2b/3 trials for Alzheimer's disease and various studies in Rett syndrome, including a recent Phase 2/3 EXCELLENCE pediatric trial demonstrating significant improvements in Rett Syndrome Behaviour Questionnaire (RSBQ) scores.
The company also has other promising drug candidates, such as ANAVEX 3-71, targeting sigma-1 and M1 muscarinic receptors. This candidate has exhibited disease-modifying activity in Alzheimer's disease models and is currently in a Phase 2 trial for schizophrenia.
Anavex actively engages in partnerships and collaborations, including support from the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. With a robust intellectual property portfolio, Anavex is committed to advancing its pipeline through rigorous clinical trials to bring effective treatments to market.
Recent highlights include presenting at key industry conferences and filing a Marketing Authorisation application with the European Medicines Agency (EMA) for blarcamesine in Alzheimer's disease. Anavex also recently bolstered its executive team with seasoned professionals to drive its R&D and clinical strategies forward.
For more information, visit www.anavex.com or follow the company on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) has received a Notice of Allowance from the USPTO for patent application number 16/717,921. This patent enhances the company's intellectual property for ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) and other sigma-1 receptor agonist candidates targeting neurodevelopmental disorders like Rett syndrome and autism. The patent is valid until at least 2037 and increases coverage for various treatment methods. Currently, ANAVEX®2-73 is being assessed in multiple clinical trials for Rett syndrome, with previous FDA designations for its therapeutic potential.
On November 25, 2020, Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced that CEO Christopher U. Missling will present at the Evercore ISI 3rd Annual HealthCONx Conference on December 3, 2020, at 11:45 a.m. ET. This virtual event will be accessible via a live webcast. Anavex is focused on developing therapeutics for neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, with their lead drug candidate, ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine), showing potential in a Phase 2a trial. More details can be accessed through the company’s website.
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) recently presented findings from a Phase 2 clinical trial of ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) at the CTAD conference. The study involved 132 patients with Parkinson's disease dementia (PDD) and demonstrated statistically significant improvements in cognitive functions, specifically in Attention (p = 0.039) and Episodic Memory (p = 0.003). ANAVEX®2-73 was well tolerated, showing a favorable safety profile compared to typical dementia drugs. The company plans to submit results for publication and seek FDA guidance for a pivotal trial in PDD.
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced promising results from its Phase 2 trial of ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) for patients with Parkinson’s disease dementia (PDD). The trial demonstrated significant cognitive improvements with a favorable safety profile at doses up to 50 mg once daily. The study included 132 participants and confirmed the effectiveness of targeting SIGMAR1 as a genetic biomarker. Anavex plans to submit results to the FDA for regulatory guidance and anticipates a pivotal trial for PDD. This could address the urgent need for novel therapies in PDD, as none have been approved in over 20 years.
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) has completed the U.S. Phase 2 study of ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) for Rett syndrome, with results expected next quarter. The trial enrolled 31 patients and focused on safety, tolerability, and efficacy, showing significant improvements in key effectiveness measures. ANAVEX®2-73, a sigma-1 receptor activator, aims to restore neural cell function. The drug has received multiple FDA designations, emphasizing its potential in addressing this serious condition where no approved treatments currently exist.
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced its CEO, Christopher U. Missling, PhD, will present updates at the Cantor Fitzgerald Global Healthcare Conference on September 17, 2020, and the H.C. Wainwright 22nd Annual Global Investment Conference on September 14, 2020. Anavex is focused on innovative therapies for neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Their lead drug, ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine), has shown promise in clinical trials and aims to restore cellular balance in the brain, allowing hope for future treatment breakthroughs.
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced an investment commitment from the Shake It Up Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, covering up to 50% of the costs for a clinical study on ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) aimed at treating Parkinson’s disease. The study will evaluate safety and efficacy through a placebo-controlled trial over at least 48 weeks, using a once-daily oral formulation. Previous studies highlighted ANAVEX®2-73's potential to modify disease progression, showing promising results in animal models.
On August 4, 2020, Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced it will release its financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2020, on August 6, 2020. A conference call will be held at 11:00 am ET to discuss these results and provide updates on clinical programs. Anavex is advancing therapeutics for neurodegenerative disorders, with promising candidates like ANAVEX®2-73 and ANAVEX®3-71 demonstrating significant potential in clinical trials.
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) announced the enrollment of the first participant in a Phase 1 trial for ANAVEX®3-71, a small molecule targeting sigma-1 and M1 muscarinic receptors. This trial aims to evaluate the safety and pharmacokinetics of the drug, initially focused on Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). The company anticipates topline data in the first half of 2021. ANAVEX®3-71 has shown promising preclinical results, demonstrating disease-modifying activity against Alzheimer’s disease hallmarks.
Anavex Life Sciences Corp. (Nasdaq: AVXL) has announced the initiation of the EXCELLENCE Phase 2/3 clinical trial for ANAVEX®2-73 (blarcamesine) aimed at treating Rett syndrome. The trial will involve a minimum of 69 patients over a 12-week period, focusing on safety and efficacy while using precision medicine biomarkers. This represents the third ongoing study in Anavex’s Rett syndrome program. Previously, ANAVEX®2-73 had received Fast Track, Rare Pediatric Disease, and Orphan Drug designations from the FDA, indicating its potential significance in treating this debilitating condition.
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