Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and advancing innovative treatments for individuals living with neurological disorders. The company operates primarily from its headquarters in Burnaby, Canada. Its robust clinical pipeline showcases several promising candidates: XEN496, an activator of Kv7 potassium channels, is currently in Phase III clinical trials for KCNQ2 developmental and epileptic encephalopathy. Another Kv7 potassium channel activator, XEN1101, is progressing through Phase II trials, targeting epilepsy and a range of other neurological conditions. The portfolio also includes NBI-921352, a selective inhibitor of the Nav1.6 sodium channel, which is undergoing Phase II clinical evaluation for SCN8A developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, alongside investigations for adult focal epilepsy and other potential indications. Furthermore, XEN007, a central nervous system-acting calcium channel modulator, is also in Phase II development. Beyond its internal development, Xenon Pharmaceuticals has established strategic collaborations. This includes a licensing and development agreement with Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. focused on epilepsy treatments, and a partnership with Flexion Therapeutics, Inc. to advance PCRX301 (also known as XEN402), a Nav1.7 inhibitor, for post-operative pain management. Established in 1996, the company continues its mission to address significant unmet medical needs in neurology.
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Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a pharmaceuticals company headquartered in Burnaby, Canada. It is publicly listed (XENE) with a market capitalisation of $5.9B. Xcout tracks 23 named people at Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc., including Ian C. Mortimer (President, Chief Executive Officer & Director).
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Saniona AB is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that discovers and develops treatments for neurological disorders and rare diseases. The company utilizes its proprietary ion channel drug discovery engine and proprietary molecule library to advance a pipeline of potential new medicines targeting conditions such as epilepsy and hypothalamic obesity.
Sun Pharma Advanced Research Company Limited (SPARC), a biopharmaceutical firm established in Mumbai, India, in 2006 and operating as a subsidiary of Shanghvi Finance Private Limited, is globally committed to the discovery and advancement of innovative pharmaceutical products. The company's strategic focus involves developing novel chemical and biological entities, as well as improving existing formulations, with a key therapeutic emphasis on conditions within oncology, neurodegeneration, ophthalmology, and dermatology. SPARC currently commercializes Elepsia, a specialized levetiracetam formulation for managing epilepsy, and Xelpros, a latanoprost ophthalmic emulsion prescribed for the treatment of open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Its robust development pipeline showcases numerous candidates in various clinical trial stages: SDN-037, a difluprednate formulation in Phase 3 for addressing inflammation and pain linked to ocular surgery; PDP-716, also in Phase 3 for glaucoma; and phenobarbital sodium, targeting neonatal seizures. Additionally, the company is progressing Vodobatinib (SCO-088), which has concluded Part A of its Phase 1 study for resistant chronic myelogenous leukemia, and Vodobatinib (SCC-138), currently in Phase 2 for Parkinson's disease. Other pipeline assets include SCD-044, a Phase 2 candidate for psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, and SCO-120, advancing through Phase 1 for hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative, metastatic breast cancer. Complementing its internal efforts, SPARC engages in strategic collaborations, including one with Bioprojet SCR to develop an S1P receptor 1 agonist for autoimmune disorders, and another with HitGen Ltd. aimed at identifying promising small molecule leads for selected therapeutic targets.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the end-to-end process of identifying, advancing, and bringing to market novel therapeutic compounds. Its development pipeline includes orally administered small molecule drug candidates such as Sotagliflozin, which has successfully concluded Phase III clinical studies for treating both heart failure and type 1 diabetes, and LX9211, currently undergoing Phase II clinical development for neuropathic pain. The firm maintains important strategic collaborations and licensing arrangements with pharmaceutical industry leaders, including Bristol-Myers Squibb Company and Genentech, Inc. Established in 1995, Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is based in The Woodlands, Texas.
Neuren Pharmaceuticals Limited, a biopharmaceutical company, develops drugs for the treatment of neurological disorders. It develops and commercializes DAYBUE (trofinetide) for the treatment of Rett syndrome in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older, as well as in Phase 2 clinical trial to treat Fragile X syndrome. The company also develops NNZ-2591, which has completed Phase 2 clinical trial for the treatment of Phelan-McDermid; and in Phase 2 clinical trial for the treatment of Angelman and Pitt Hopkins. In addition, it develops NNZ-2591, which is in Preclinical trial stage for the treatment of Prader-Willi syndrome. The company was incorporated in 2001 and is based in Hawthorn East, Australia.
Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Bresso, Italy, Newron Pharmaceuticals S.p.A. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical enterprise focused on discovering and progressing therapeutic solutions. Its primary areas of research and development encompass conditions affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems, alongside pain management, with activities primarily conducted in Italy and the United States. The company offers Xadago (safinamide) for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and is also exploring its application for levodopa-induced dyskinesia. Furthermore, Newron is advancing Evenamide for various forms of schizophrenia, including those resistant to existing treatments, and Ralfinamide for the rare disease indication of neuropathic pain.
InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. operates as a clinical-stage pharmaceutical firm, concentrating its efforts on the investigation and creation of therapeutic solutions derived from cannabinoids. Its primary product, INM-755, is a cannabinol-infused topical cream that is currently progressing through its second Phase I clinical trial for the management of epidermolysis bullosa. Beyond this lead candidate, the company is also developing INM-088, which is undergoing preclinical studies for glaucoma treatment, and INM-405, intended for pain relief. Its broader development pipeline encompasses cannabinoid-based interventions for a variety of medical conditions, with a particular focus on dermatological and ocular disorders. Furthermore, InMed is involved in critical IND-enabling pharmacology and preclinical toxicology research. It is also pioneering IntegraSyn, an innovative integrated biosynthesis approach designed to produce pharmaceutical-grade cannabinoids efficiently. The company maintains a research partnership with BayMedica Inc. to collaborate on the formulation and assessment of novel cannabinoid therapeutics. Established in 1981, the company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. It operated under the name Cannabis Technologies Inc. before officially rebranding as InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. in October 2014.
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