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Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc. develops and commercializes therapies for rare neuroendocrine diseases, centered on IMCIVREE (setmelanotide), an MC4R agonist for hyperphagia and severe obesity linked to rare MC4R pathway disorders. Company updates commonly cover U.S. and international commercialization of setmelanotide, regulatory authorizations and label expansions for acquired hypothalamic obesity, Bardet-Biedl syndrome, POMC/PCSK1 deficiency and LEPR deficiency, and safety information tied to approved uses.
Rhythm news also follows clinical data from setmelanotide studies, including acquired hypothalamic obesity and genetically caused MC4R pathway diseases, along with development of investigational MC4R agonists bivamelagon and RM-718 and preclinical small molecules for congenital hyperinsulinism. Recurring corporate items include financial results, specialty-pharmacy access arrangements, healthcare conference presentations and board governance changes.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals presented important data at ObesityWeek® 2022, showcasing the efficacy of setmelanotide in treating Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (BBS). Notably, 84% of participants in a Phase 3 trial showed improvements in weight, hunger, or quality of life. The Clinical Registry Investigating Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (CRIBBS) revealed a positive correlation between hyperphagia severity and body mass index (BMI) in affected children. Furthermore, the research indicates that obesity remains prevalent, with many patients experiencing ongoing weight challenges. Rhythm aims to address hunger and weight issues linked to rare MC4R pathway diseases.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals announced positive results from its Phase 2 trial of setmelanotide for hypothalamic obesity, showing that 89% of participants achieved a BMI reduction of over 5% at 16 weeks. The therapy also demonstrated sustained weight loss in a long-term extension, with a 21.1% average BMI reduction over 29 weeks and 26.7% over 41 weeks for some patients. Additionally, the FDA granted Breakthrough Therapy designation for setmelanotide, and a Phase 3 trial is set to begin in early 2023 to further evaluate its effectiveness.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announces that setmelanotide has received Breakthrough Therapy Designation from the FDA for treating hypothalamic obesity. This designation accelerates the development and review process for medications targeting serious conditions with unmet needs. Setmelanotide demonstrated significant efficacy in a Phase 2 trial, with all 11 patients achieving a BMI decrease of over 5%, averaging a 17.2% reduction. The company plans to initiate a Phase 3 trial in early 2023 to further evaluate this treatment.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) is set to present full data from its Phase 2 clinical trial of setmelanotide for hypothalamic obesity during the Obesity Society’s ObesityWeek 2022 on November 2, 2022. The conference call will include results from 18 patients. Additionally, Rhythm will report its Q3 2022 earnings on November 8, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. ET. Setmelanotide, approved for chronic weight management, targets hyperphagia and severe obesity linked to rare MC4R pathway diseases. Rhythm is actively advancing its clinical programs and has submitted a Type II variation application for setmelanotide in the EU.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced the inaugural International Meeting on Pathway-Related Obesity: Vision of Excellence (IMPROVE) 2022 in Berlin, focused on rare pathway-related obesities driven by MC4R variants. At the event, the company presented data from an exploratory Phase 2 Basket Study evaluating setmelanotide in patients with specific MC4R variants. Results showed that 30.4% of patients in the rescuable cohort achieved significant BMI reduction, while the predictive value of the in vitro assay was limited. Setmelanotide is FDA-approved for chronic weight management in certain genetic obesity cases.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced the appointment of Dana Washburn, M.D., as Senior Vice President of Clinical Development, effective September 26, 2022. Dr. Washburn will lead the clinical program for setmelanotide, a treatment for hyperphagia and severe obesity linked to rare MC4R pathway diseases. With over 20 years of experience in biopharmaceuticals, he previously held leadership roles at Alexion Pharmaceuticals and other organizations. Rhythm is advancing setmelanotide through multiple clinical trials, supported by recent regulatory approvals in the U.S. and Europe.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced on October 3, 2022, that its Compensation Committee granted inducement equity awards totaling 205,995 shares to 10 new employees. These include stock options for 145,525 shares and restricted stock units (RSUs) for 60,470 shares. Dana Washburn, the new Senior VP of Clinical Development, received additional grants of 67,500 shares. The options have an exercise price of $23.71 per share and will vest over a four-year period based on continued employment.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced the release of a children's book, Understanding Hunger & Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (BBS): Gabe’s Story, in collaboration with the Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Foundation. This book aims to assist families in understanding hyperphagia, a condition characterized by constant hunger, prevalent in children with BBS. The launch coincides with the second annual BBS Global Day on September 24, emphasizing the importance of awareness for this rare genetic disease.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: RYTM) announced the closing of a public offering on September 19, 2022, of 4,800,000 shares at $26.00 per share, raising $124.8 million in gross proceeds. The offering included an option for underwriters to purchase an additional 720,000 shares. Proceeds will fund the global commercialization of IMCIVREE for specific obesity types and support the clinical development of setmelanotide for hypothalamic obesity and various trials. Cowen, Stifel, and Wells Fargo acted as joint book-running managers for this offering.
Rhythm Pharmaceuticals presented new findings at the European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE 2022) regarding the effects of hyperphagia and obesity in Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS). A multi-country survey involving 242 caregivers highlighted the significant burden faced by families. Additionally, Phase 3 analysis revealed that setmelanotide resulted in substantial weight loss in adolescents with severe obesity linked to BBS. The mean BMI-Z score reductions were -0.75 for BBS patients, -0.55 for LEPR deficiency, and -1.51 for POMC deficiency, aligning with the ongoing global launch plans for the therapy.