Enanta Pharmaceuticals to Present Preclinical Data for EDP-721, its Novel Oral Hepatitis B Virus RNA Destabilizer, at the International Liver Congress™ 2021 Sponsored by the European Association for the Study of the Liver

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Enanta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENTA) announced a poster presentation of preclinical data for EDP-721, a novel oral HBV RNA destabilizer, at the EASL International Liver Congress 2021, scheduled for June 23-26, 2021. The presentation, titled 'Discovery and characterization of EDP-721,' will be led by Michael Vaine, Ph.D., and focuses on the potential of EDP-721 for an all-oral functional cure of hepatitis B virus. The company is also engaged in developing treatments for respiratory syncytial virus and other liver diseases.

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• Presentation of promising preclinical data for EDP-721, a potential oral treatment for hepatitis B.
• Ongoing research in various viral infections including RSV and COVID-19.

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Enanta Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:ENTA), a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to creating small molecule drugs for viral infections and liver diseases, today announced that the company will have a poster presentation showcasing preclinical data for EDP-721, a novel, potent and selective oral HBV RNA destabilizer being developed for use in an all-oral functional cure of hepatitis B virus, at the upcoming European Association for the Study of the Liver’s (EASL) International Liver Congress 2021, being held virtually June 23-26, 2021.

Details of the poster presentation are as follows:
Date/Time: June 23, 2021, 08:00 CET
Poster 942: Discovery and characterization of EDP-721, a novel hepatitis B virus RNA destabilizer
Session Name: Viral Hepatitis B/D: Therapy
Presenter: Michael Vaine, Ph.D., United States

About Enanta

Enanta is using its robust, chemistry-driven approach and drug discovery capabilities to become a leader in the discovery and development of small molecule drugs for the treatment of viral infections and liver diseases. Enanta’s research and development efforts have produced clinical candidates for the following disease targets: respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), hepatitis B virus (HBV) and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). Enanta is also conducting research in SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) and human metapneumovirus (hMPV).

Enanta’s research and development activities are funded by royalties from hepatitis C virus (HCV) products developed under its collaboration with AbbVie. Glecaprevir, a protease inhibitor discovered by Enanta, is sold by AbbVie in numerous countries as part of its leading treatment for chronic HCV infection under the tradenames MAVYRET® (U.S.) and MAVIRET® (ex-U.S.) (glecaprevir/pibrentasvir). Please visit www.enanta.com for more information.

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FAQ

What is EDP-721 and its significance for hepatitis B?

EDP-721 is a novel oral HBV RNA destabilizer under development for an all-oral functional cure of hepatitis B, showcasing potential advancements in treatment.

When will the EDP-721 data be presented?

The preclinical data for EDP-721 will be presented on June 23, 2021, at the EASL International Liver Congress.

Who will present the data for EDP-721?

The data will be presented by Michael Vaine, Ph.D., during the congress.

How does Enanta Pharmaceuticals fund its research?

Enanta's research is primarily funded through royalties from hepatitis C virus products developed under collaboration with AbbVie.

What other diseases is Enanta working on?

Enanta is also developing treatments for respiratory syncytial virus, non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, and research into COVID-19.