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Eyenovia Announces FDA Approval of Redwood City as Commercial Manufacturing Facility

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Eyenovia, Inc. announces FDA approval for its Redwood City facility in California to manufacture Mydcombi, a unique ophthalmic product. The facility will support the production of the first fixed combination of tropicamide and phenylephrine using Optejet™ technology.
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The FDA approval for Eyenovia's manufacturing facility in Redwood City is a pivotal step for the company. This approval indicates that the facility meets the stringent regulations set by the FDA for the production of pharmaceuticals, which is crucial for maintaining product safety and efficacy. The ability to perform final assembly, packaging and labeling in-house can potentially streamline the supply chain and reduce reliance on third parties, leading to improved control over production timelines and costs. Moreover, the facility's role in supporting the launch of Mydcombi, with its unique Optejet technology, is significant as it represents an innovative approach to drug delivery in ophthalmology.

From a manufacturing standpoint, having multiple facilities, including the Reno site and the partnership with Coastline International, provides redundancy that can mitigate risks such as supply chain disruptions. This strategic setup can enhance investor confidence in the company's ability to meet market demand and manage operational risks effectively.

The commercial-stage status of Eyenovia, coupled with the FDA's inspection clearance, is likely to have a positive impact on the company's market position. Mydcombi's distinction as the first and only fixed combination of tropicamide and phenylephrine for pupil dilation, utilizing the proprietary Optejet technology, positions it as a unique product in the ophthalmic market. This could lead to competitive advantage and potentially drive market share growth in the in-office and pre-surgical pupil dilation segment.

Investors should also consider the broader implications of the CHAPERONE clinical trial for pediatric progressive myopia. Success in this trial could open up additional market opportunities for Eyenovia. The Redwood City facility's role in supporting clinical supply production is an indicator of the company's commitment to advancing its pipeline and addressing unmet medical needs.

The operational expansion into Redwood City is likely to have financial implications for Eyenovia. The capital expenditure involved in setting up and obtaining FDA approval for the new facility is a significant investment. However, the long-term benefits of increased production capacity and the ability to support larger-scale commercialization efforts for Mydcombi should be weighed against these upfront costs. Investors will be looking at how this expansion affects the company's revenue growth and profit margins, especially considering the potential to reduce costs through in-house assembly and packaging.

Additionally, the successful FDA inspection may positively influence investor sentiment, as regulatory compliance is a key risk factor in the pharmaceutical industry. The absence of significant concerns during the FDA inspection may reduce regulatory risk perception and could contribute to a more favorable investment outlook for Eyenovia.

Redwood City, California to complement Eyenovia’s facility in Reno, Nevada as well as its contract manufacturer, Coastline International, to produce commercial supply of Mydcombi

NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eyenovia, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYEN), a commercial-stage ophthalmic company, today announced that the company’s facility in Redwood City, California successfully completed FDA inspection for approval as a commercial manufacturing facility. The Redwood City facility will primarily be used for final assembly, packaging and labeling activities in support of Mydcombi, the first and only fixed combination of tropicamide and phenylephrine for in-office and pre-surgical pupil dilation utilizing Optejet™ technology.

Redwood City complements Eyenovia’s manufacturing capabilities in Reno, as well as its contract manufacturer, Coastline International, to produce commercial supply of Mydcombi in the Company’s proprietary Optejet dispensing platform.

“The FDA inspection of our Redwood City facility was completed efficiently and with no significant concerns raised on the part of the inspector, clearing the way for us to perform final assembly, packaging and labeling in support of a broader U.S. launch of Mydcombi,” stated Michael Rowe, Eyenovia’s Chief Executive Officer. “With Redwood City and Reno now online and operational, we have the capacity to manufacture both commercial product as well as clinical supply in support of our ongoing CHAPERONE clinical trial for pediatric progressive myopia as well as initial testing of other product candidates that leverage our Optejet technology.”   

“I am very pleased with the results of the audit and commend our manufacturing, engineering, quality and regulatory staff for their diligence and work to make this a reality,” added Bren Kern, Chief Operating Officer. “The team had been working tirelessly in preparation for this key milestone and their efforts bore out in the result.”

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About Eyenovia, Inc.

Eyenovia, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYEN) is a commercial-stage ophthalmic pharmaceutical technology company developing a pipeline of microdose array print therapeutics based on its Optejet platform. Eyenovia is currently focused on the commercialization of Mydcombi (tropicamide+phenylephrine ophthalmic spray) for mydriasis.

In addition to commercializing Mydcombi, in August 2023, Eyenovia acquired the U.S. commercial rights to APP13007 (clobetasol propionate ophthalmic nanosuspension, 0.05%) from Formosa Pharmaceuticals. APP13007, which is currently under review by the FDA, is a potent steroid being developed to reduce pain and inflammation following ocular surgery. The agency has assigned a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) action date for APP13007 of March 4, 2024.

Eyenovia is also advancing late-stage development of medications in the Optejet device for presbyopia and myopia progression (partnered with Arctic Vision in China and South Korea).

For more information, visit Eyenovia.com.

The Eyenovia Corporate Information slide deck may be found at ir.eyenovia.com/events-and-presentations.

Forward-Looking Statements
Except for historical information, all the statements, expectations and assumptions contained in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements that express our intentions, beliefs, expectations, strategies, predictions or any other statements relating to our future activities or other future events or conditions, including estimated market opportunities for our product candidates and platform technology, and the potential for approval of APP13007. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about our business based, in part, on assumptions made by management. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may, and in some cases are likely to, differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in the forward-looking statements due to numerous factors discussed from time to time in documents which we file with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

In addition, such statements could be affected by risks and uncertainties related to, among other things: risks of our clinical trials, including, but not limited to, the costs, design, initiation and enrollment, timing, progress and results of such trials; the timing of, and our ability to submit applications for, obtaining and maintaining regulatory approvals for our product candidates; the potential advantages of our product candidates and platform technology; the rate and degree of market acceptance and clinical utility of our product candidates; our estimates regarding the potential market opportunity for our product candidates; reliance on third parties to develop and commercialize our product candidates; the ability of us and our partners to timely develop, implement and maintain manufacturing, commercialization and marketing capabilities and strategies for our product candidates; intellectual property risks; changes in legal, regulatory, legislative and geopolitical environments in the markets in which we operate and the impact of these changes on our ability to obtain regulatory approval for our products; and our competitive position.

Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and except as may be required under applicable securities laws, Eyenovia does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

Eyenovia Contact:
Eyenovia, Inc.
John Gandolfo
Chief Financial Officer
jgandolfo@eyenovia.com 

Eyenovia Investor Contact:
Eric Ribner
LifeSci Advisors, LLC
eric@lifesciadvisors.com
(646) 751-4363

Eyenovia Media Contact:
Eyenovia, Inc.
Norbert Lowe
Vice President, Commercial Operations
nlowe@eyenovia.com


FAQ

What is the significance of Eyenovia's Redwood City facility receiving FDA approval?

The FDA approval allows the facility to manufacture Mydcombi, the first fixed combination of tropicamide and phenylephrine, supporting in-office and pre-surgical pupil dilation using Optejet™ technology.

How does the Redwood City facility complement Eyenovia's existing manufacturing capabilities?

The Redwood City facility complements Eyenovia's manufacturing capabilities in Reno and its contract manufacturer, Coastline International, to produce commercial supply of Mydcombi in the Company's Optejet dispensing platform.

What are the key activities that will be conducted at the Redwood City facility?

The facility will primarily be used for final assembly, packaging, and labeling activities in support of Mydcombi, the unique fixed combination of tropicamide and phenylephrine.

What clinical trial is Eyenovia currently supporting with its manufacturing capacity?

Eyenovia is supporting the CHAPERONE clinical trial for pediatric progressive myopia and initial testing of other product candidates that leverage its Optejet technology.

Where can one find important safety information about Mydcombi?

For important safety information about Mydcombi, one can visit mydcombi.com.

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