Virios Therapeutics to Present at the Virtual H.C. Wainwright BioConnect Conference

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Virios Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VIRI) announced that CEO Greg Duncan will present at the H.C. Wainwright BioConnect Conference, occurring virtually from January 10-13, 2022. The presentation will discuss the impact of activated viruses on various chronic conditions, such as fibromyalgia and irritable bowel syndrome. Attendees can access the presentation on-demand starting January 10 at 7:00 AM ET via the company's website.

Virios is focused on developing antiviral therapies for chronic diseases, with its lead candidate IMC-1 showing promise in previous trials.

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Virios Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VIRI), a development-stage biotechnology company focused on advancing novel antiviral therapies to treat debilitating chronic diseases, including fibromyalgia, announced today that Greg Duncan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will present a company overview at the H.C. Wainwright BioConnect Conference, which is taking place virtually January 10 - 13, 2022.

The presentation will focus on the role of activated viruses triggering a wide range of conditions, including fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome and fatigue-related disorders.

The presentation will be available for on-demand access beginning Monday, January 10, 2022, at 7:00 AM ET, on Virios Therapeutics’ website under the Investors section: Events and Presentations.

About Virios Therapeutics

Virios Therapeutics (Nasdaq: VIRI) is a development-stage biotechnology company focused on advancing novel antiviral therapies to treat debilitating chronic diseases, such as fibromyalgia (“FM”). Immune responses related to the activation of tissue resident Herpes Simplex Virus-1 (“HSV-1”) have been postulated as a potential root cause triggering and/or sustaining chronic illnesses such as FM, irritable bowel disease (“IBS”), chronic fatigue syndrome and other functional somatic syndromes, all of which are characterized by waxing and waning symptoms with no obvious etiology. Our lead development candidate (“IMC-1”) is a novel, proprietary, fixed dose combination of famciclovir and celecoxib designed to synergistically suppress HSV-1 replication, with the end goal of reducing virally promoted disease symptoms.

Evidence of IMC-1’s efficacy on a broad spectrum of FM outcome measures was previously demonstrated in a Phase 2a clinical trial. These trial results are suggestive that IMC-1 may represent a new and novel treatment for fibromyalgia. IMC-1 has been granted fast track designation by the FDA and is currently being tested in a multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 2b trial (“FORTRESS”) designed to set the stage for registrational studies. The Company is led by an executive team highly experienced in the successful development and commercialization of novel therapies. For more information, please visit www.virios.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements in this press release contain “forward-looking statements”, within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, contained in this press release are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “seek,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “target,” “aim,” “should,” "will,” “would,” or the negative of these words or other similar expressions, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words. Forward-looking statements are based on Virios Therapeutics’ current expectations and are subject to inherent uncertainties, risks and assumptions that are difficult to predict, including risks related to the completion and timing of the FORTRESS trial. Further, certain forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as to future events that may not prove to be accurate. These and other risks and uncertainties are described more fully in the section titled “Risk Factors” in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements contained in this announcement are made as of this date, and Virios Therapeutics, Inc. (VIRI) undertakes no duty to update such information except as required under applicable law.

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FAQ

When will Virios Therapeutics present at the H.C. Wainwright BioConnect Conference?

Virios Therapeutics will present at the H.C. Wainwright BioConnect Conference from January 10-13, 2022.

What topics will Virios Therapeutics cover in their presentation?

The presentation will focus on the role of activated viruses in chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia and irritable bowel syndrome.

How can I access the Virios Therapeutics presentation from the conference?

The presentation will be available for on-demand access starting January 10, 2022, at 7:00 AM ET on Virios Therapeutics' website.

What is the lead product candidate of Virios Therapeutics?

Virios Therapeutics' lead candidate is IMC-1, a novel antiviral therapy designed to treat conditions like fibromyalgia.

Has IMC-1 been tested in clinical studies?

Yes, IMC-1 has shown efficacy in a Phase 2a trial and is currently being evaluated in a Phase 2b trial called FORTRESS.