Ensysce Biosciences, Inc.

Exxel Pharma, INC.BiotechnologyUnited States

70% match

Exxel Pharma is a biopharmaceutical company developing small molecule therapeutics to treat neuronal hypersensitivity disorders, such as refractory chronic cough, neuropathic pain, migraine, and hyperactive bladder. The company utilizes a differentiated approach by selectively inhibiting FAAH peripherally to target first-order sensory neurons while avoiding central nervous system side effects.

Daya CNS, LLCBiotechnologyUnited States

69% matchPrivate

Daya CNS, LLC is a preclinical biopharmaceutical company that develops a proprietary non-opioid pyridoindole platform for the treatment of chronic pain, substance abuse disorders, and neuropsychiatric conditions. Its product pipeline includes small molecule medications such as DDD-028 for neuropathic and inflammatory pain, DDD-024 for addiction, and DDD-016 for neuropsychiatric disorders, serving patients with unmet medical needs in neurology and addiction medicine.

Neurocrine Biosciences0K6R · BiotechSan Diego, United States

68% matchPublicAI 6/100 ▼Green 3/100 ▼

Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the research, development, and commercialization of innovative therapies for a range of neurological, endocrine, and psychiatric conditions. Its established portfolio offers solutions for conditions such as tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson's disease, endometriosis, and uterine fibroids. Foremost among its commercialized offerings is INGREZZA, a VMAT2 inhibitor specifically indicated for treating tardive dyskinesia. Other key commercialized therapies include ONGENTYS, a catechol-O-methyltransferase inhibitor functioning as an adjunctive treatment alongside levodopa/DOPA decarboxylase inhibitors for individuals with Parkinson's disease. Additionally, ORILISSA is available for women experiencing moderate to severe endometriosis pain, and ORIAHNN provides an oral, non-surgical option for pre-menopausal women managing heavy menstrual bleeding linked to uterine fibroids. Beyond its marketed drugs, Neurocrine Biosciences maintains a robust pipeline of investigational compounds. This includes NBI-921352, which is being developed to address both pediatric patients and adults with focal epilepsy, and NBI-827104, aimed at rare pediatric epilepsy and essential tremor. Further additions to the clinical development portfolio encompass NBI-1065845 for major depressive disorder (MDD), NBI-1065846 specifically targeting anhedonia within MDD, and NBI-118568, an agent under investigation for schizophrenia. To further its research and development efforts, the company has established strategic alliances and licensing agreements with a notable roster of partners, including Heptares Therapeutics Limited, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, Idorsia Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc., Voyager Therapeutics, Inc., BIAL – Portela & Ca, S.A., Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation, and AbbVie Inc. Established in 1992, Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. maintains its headquarters in San Diego, California.

Bexson BiomedicalBiotechnologyUnited States

68% match

Bexson Biomedical is a US-based biopharmaceutical company situated in Santa Barbara, California, focused on the research and development of non-opioid therapeutics and drug delivery systems.

Semnur Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel, non-opioid products for pain management.

Zevra Therapeutics, Inc., founded in 2006 and based in Celebration, Florida, is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and developing innovative treatments for rare diseases. The company employs its proprietary Ligand Activated Therapy (LAT) technology to create novel prodrug versions of existing FDA-approved medications or to enable new applications for other compounds, primarily addressing serious medical conditions within the United States. Zevra's development pipeline is strategically concentrated on high-unmet-need therapeutic areas, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), stimulant use disorder, and various rare central nervous system (CNS) conditions, such as idiopathic hypersomnia (IH). Their lead product candidate, KP1077, which is a prodrug of d-methylphenidate (known as serdexmethylphenidate), is currently in Phase II clinical trials for the treatment of both IH and narcolepsy. Another key prodrug candidate, KP879, is also advancing through Phase II studies for stimulant use disorder. In addition to its pipeline, Zevra has successfully secured FDA approval for two products: AZSTARYS, a once-daily treatment for ADHD in patients aged six years and older, and APADAZ, an immediate-release combination product containing benzhydrocodone (a prodrug of hydrocodone) and acetaminophen. The company's product portfolio also includes arimoclomol, and it holds collaboration and licensing agreements with KVK-Tech, Inc. and Commave Therapeutics SA. Formerly known as KemPharm, Inc., the company officially rebranded to Zevra Therapeutics, Inc. in February 2023.