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Medicinova, Inc. (NASDAQ: MNOV), headquartered in La Jolla, California, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on acquiring and developing promising small-molecule therapeutics to treat diseases with unmet medical needs. Specializing in therapies for neurological disorders and fibrotic diseases, Medicinova has a strategic emphasis on the U.S. market.
Medicinova’s robust product portfolio includes several innovative drugs in late-stage clinical development. These include MN-001 (tipelukast) and MN-166 (ibudilast), both of which boast multiple mechanisms of action and strong safety profiles. MN-166 (ibudilast) is in Phase 3 clinical trials for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM), and is Phase 3-ready for progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). It is also being evaluated in Phase 2 trials for Long COVID, substance dependence, and other neurodegenerative diseases.
The company recently received a series of new patents, significantly extending its intellectual property protection. One such patent covers the use of MN-166 for treating macular injury and decreasing macular volume loss associated with progressive multiple sclerosis. Another patent covers the formulation of MN-166 in extended-release oral forms, which is expected to improve patient compliance and reduce side effects.
Medicinova has demonstrated the potential of MN-166 in ophthalmic neurodegenerative diseases, supported by positive data from various animal model studies and the SPRINT-MS Phase 2b trial. Additionally, MN-166 is under investigation for its efficacy in treating glioblastoma, Long COVID, chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), and substance use disorder.
Alongside its development efforts, Medicinova has a strong track record of securing investigator-sponsored clinical trials funded through government grants. This financial support underscores the promise and potential of its therapies to address critical medical needs.
For more information or investor inquiries, please contact Geoff O'Brien, Vice President at info@medicinova.com.
MediciNova, trading on NASDAQ under the symbol MNOV, announced it received a Notice of Allowance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a patent covering MN-166 (ibudilast) for treating ophthalmic diseases. This patent could extend protection until at least October 2039 and includes claims for treating macular injury. The drug is also in late-stage clinical trials for various neurodegenerative diseases, with encouraging results from previous studies. The patent may enhance MN-166's commercialization potential.
MediciNova, a biopharmaceutical company, announced that its leadership will present at the Ladenburg Thalmann 2021 Virtual Healthcare Conference on July 13, 2021, at 4:30 pm ET. They will discuss their innovative clinical pipeline, including MN-166 (ibudilast), currently in Phase 3 trials for ALS and DCM. Additionally, MN-001 (tipelukast) is in Phase 2 trials for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Investors can request one-on-one meetings via Ladenburg Thalmann.
MediciNova (NASDAQ: MNOV) has announced a mouse study to assess the efficacy of MN-166 (ibudilast) in treating chlorine-induced lung injuries. Conducted in partnership with BARDA, this study will evaluate survival rates and clinical outcomes following exposure to chlorine gas. MN-166 has shown potential in alleviating pulmonary damage and reducing inflammation in previous studies. MediciNova is leveraging federal funding for this project, which aligns with its broader development efforts for MN-166 in treating neurodegenerative diseases and acute respiratory conditions.
MediciNova, Inc. announced positive results from a Phase 2 trial of MN-166 (ibudilast) for treating alcohol use disorder (AUD) published in Nature’s Translational Psychiatry. The trial demonstrated a 45% reduction in heavy drinking odds and reduced alcohol craving on non-drinking days. The study involved 52 participants and aimed to assess mood and neural activation related to alcohol cues. These findings indicate potential for MN-166 as a novel AUD treatment, addressing the unmet medical need for effective therapies.
MediciNova, a biopharmaceutical company trading as MNOV, announced a fireside chat with CEO Yuichi Iwaki and VP Geoffrey O'Brien on June 23, 2021, at 1:00 pm ET, hosted by Maxim Group's Jason McCarthy. The company is focused on developing therapies for neurodegenerative, inflammatory, and fibrotic diseases, with MN-166 in Phase 3 trials for ALS and DCM. The drug is also in Phase 2 trials for glioblastoma and ARDS. MN-001 is in Phase 2 for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. MediciNova has 11 active clinical programs and is known for securing grants for its trials.
MediciNova has launched a sheep study to assess the efficacy of MN-166 (ibudilast) in treating chlorine-induced acute lung injury. In collaboration with BARDA, this study aims to evaluate pulmonary function and injury response. MN-166, already in late-stage development for neurological diseases, shows promise as a medical countermeasure for lung damage from chlorine exposure. The research could pave the way for innovative treatments without human trials under FDA's Animal Rule.
MediciNova completed a $20M private placement and formed a partnership with BARDA to develop MN-166 for acute lung injury from chlorine gas. The company received $4M in milestone payments from Genzyme and maintains a robust cash balance of $76M to support late-stage programs. Financial results for Q1 2021 include $4M in revenue and a net loss of just $0.2M, an improvement from the previous year. Key clinical trials are ongoing for MN-166 in ALS and COVID-19, alongside preparations for a Phase 2 study in NASH.
MediciNova, Inc. announced receiving a Notice of Intention to Grant from the European Patent Office for a patent covering the combination of MN-166 (ibudilast) and riluzole to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). This patent is expected to expire no earlier than November 2035 and includes various dosing regimens. The company is currently conducting a Phase 3 clinical trial in the U.S. and Canada for this combination, which has received orphan-drug and fast-track designations from the FDA. MediciNova aims to enhance the treatment landscape for ALS, affecting approximately 16,000 patients in the U.S.
MediciNova (NASDAQ:MNOV) announced receipt of two milestone payments totaling $4 million from Genzyme, a Sanofi subsidiary. These payments are due to successful achievements in clinical development milestones concerning a gene therapy product utilizing AAV vector technology. This development emphasizes MediciNova's strategic focus on treatments for unmet medical needs, including neurological disorders and fibrotic diseases. The company continues to advance its pipeline with products like MN-166 and MN-001.
MediciNova has announced participation in a fireside chat at the B. Riley Neuroscience Conference on April 29, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. ET. CEO Yuichi Iwaki and VP Geoffrey O'Brien will discuss MN-166 (ibudilast), a treatment for neurological conditions including ALS and multiple sclerosis. MN-166 inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines and promotes neurotrophic factors, backed by promising preclinical and clinical trial results. The company will also be available for one-on-one meetings during the conference, allowing investors to engage directly.
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