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21-05-2025
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Arcellx Announces Its Participation at TD Cowen's 6 th Annual Oncology Innovation Summit and Its Investor Event During EHA2025
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arcellx, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACLX), a biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy through the development of innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases, today announced two upcoming investor events: TD Cowen's 6 th Annual Oncology Innovation Summit Management and Physician Presentation and Discussion of iMMagine-1 Pivotal Study Results During EHA2025 Friday, June 13, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. CEST (Virtual and In-Person, Milan, Italy) A live webcast of these discussions will be accessible from Arcellx's website at in the Investors section. A replay of the webcasts will be archived and available for 30 days following the event. About Arcellx, Inc. Arcellx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases. Arcellx believes that cell therapies are one of the forward pillars of medicine and Arcellx's mission is to advance humanity by developing cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible. For more information on Arcellx, please visit Follow Arcellx on X @arcellx and LinkedIn. Forward-looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, including Arcellx's expectations regarding the timing and outcomes of clinical trials for its product candidates and the potential impact of its product candidates and platforms on patients and cell therapy. The forward-looking statements contained herein are based upon Arcellx's current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect. These forward-looking statements are neither promises nor guarantees and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including risks that may be found in the section entitled 'Part II, Item 1A (Risk Factors) in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on May 8, 2025, and other documents that Arcellx files from time to time with the SEC. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and Arcellx assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
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15-05-2025
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Faron Announces Acceptance of Bexmarilimab Data for Oral Presentation at EHA 2025 Congress
TURKU, FI / / May 15, 2025 / Faron Pharmaceuticals (HEL:FARON)(LSE:FARN) - Overcoming immune resistance in HR-MDS: Detailed safety and efficacy Phase II data on bexmarilimab to be presented at EHA 2025 TURKU, FINLAND - Faron Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (AIM:FARN)(First North:FARON), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel immunotherapies, today announced that data from its ongoing BEXMAB study evaluating bexmarilimab in patients with high-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (HR-MDS) have been accepted for an oral presentation at the 30th European Hematology Association's (EHA 2025) Congress, taking place in Milan from June 12-15, 2025. The oral presentation will feature detailed efficacy and safety results from the study of bexmarilimab in combination with standard-of-care (azacitidine) in frontline with HR-MDS and those with refractory or relapsed HR-MDS who have failed hypomethylating agent (HMA) therapies (r/r MDS). This follows the recent positive findings of the Phase II data f rom the BEXMAB study, and reaffirms bexmarilimab's mechanism of action and its potential in improving outcomes for patients with MDS. Dr. Juho Jalkanen, CEO of Faron Pharmaceuticals, said:"We are thrilled to see bexmarilimab's data receive acceptance for oral presentation at EHA, following similar recognition at MDS and ASCO. This continued momentum reinforces our belief that bexmarilimab holds real promise as a much-needed therapeutic option for patients with higher-risk MDS, a rare and challenging condition with few effective treatments. We remain deeply committed to advancing its development and bringing meaningful innovation to those who need it most." The details of the oral presentation are as follows: Presentation title: Efficacy of Macrophage Checkpoint Clever-1 Inhibition with bexmarilimab plus Azacitidine in Myelodysplastic Syndrome: Results from the Ph1/2 BEXMAB Study Session: Oral presentation Presenter: Dr. Mika Kontro, MD, PhD Date and Time: 15 June 2025 11:00 - 12:15 CEST Location: Milan, Italy Abstract no: S178 Further details will be shared closer to the conference dates. For more information, please contact: IR Partners, Finland(Media)Riina TuominenKare Laukkanen +358 44 313 50 553 9535 / +44 7 469 766 FINN Partners, US(Media) Alyssa Paldo +1 847 791-8085 Cairn Financial Advisers LLP(Nominated Adviser and Broker)Sandy Jamieson, Jo Turner +44 (0) 207 213 0880 Sisu Partners Oy(Certified Adviser on Nasdaq First North)Juha KarttunenJukka Järvelä +358 (0)40 555 4727+358 (0)50 553 8990 About BEXMABThe BEXMAB study is an open-label Phase I/II clinical trial investigating bexmarilimab in combination with standard of care (SoC) in the aggressive hematological malignancies of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). The primary objective is to determine the safety and tolerability of bexmarilimab in combination with SoC (azacitidine) treatment. Directly targeting Clever-1 could limit the replication capacity of cancer cells, increase antigen presentation, ignite an immune response, and allow current treatments to be more effective. Clever-1 is highly expressed in both AML and MDS and associated with therapy resistance, limited T cell activation and poor outcomes. About bexmarilimabBexmarilimab is Faron's wholly owned, investigational immunotherapy designed to overcome resistance to existing treatments and optimize clinical outcomes, by targeting myeloid cell function and igniting the immune system. Bexmarilimab binds to Clever-1, an immunosuppressive receptor found on macrophages leading to tumor growth and metastases (i.e. helps cancer evade the immune system). By targeting the Clever-1 receptor on macrophages, bexmarilimab alters the tumor microenvironment, reprogramming macrophages from an immunosuppressive (M2) state to an immunostimulatory (M1) one, upregulating interferon production and priming the immune system to attack tumors and sensitizing cancer cells to standard of care. About Faron Pharmaceuticals LtdFaron (AIM: FARN, First North: FARON) is a global, clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, focused on tackling cancers via novel immunotherapies. Its mission is to bring the promise of immunotherapy to a broader population by uncovering novel ways to control and harness the power of the immune system. The Company's lead asset is bexmarilimab , a novel anti-Clever-1 humanized antibody, with the potential to remove immunosuppression of cancers through reprogramming myeloid cell function. Bexmarilimab is being investigated in Phase I/II clinical trials as a potential therapy for patients with hematological cancers in combination with other standard treatments. Further information is available at SOURCE: Faron Pharmaceuticals View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Sign in to access your portfolio
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14-05-2025
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BeiGene Showcases Strength of Hematology Portfolio at EHA 2025 with New Data Highlighting BRUKINSA's Leadership and Next-Generation Innovation
SAN CARLOS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BeiGene, Ltd. (NASDAQ: ONC; HKEX: 06160; SSE: 688235), a global oncology company that will change its name to BeOne Medicines Ltd., today announced it will share data across a range of hematologic malignancies at the European Hematology Association (EHA) Congress in Milan, Italy, June 12–15. BeiGene has 31 abstracts accepted at EHA 2025, with four selected for oral presentations, featuring data from its best-in-class Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK) inhibitor BRUKINSA ® (zanubrutinib) and its investigational pipeline assets – a next-generation BCL2 inhibitor, sonrotoclax, and BTK protein degrader, BGB-16673. These data reflect BeiGene's vision to redefine standards of care in hematology through next-generation science and patient-focused innovation. 'With three cornerstone hematology assets – BRUKINSA, sonrotoclax and BGB-16673 – we are advancing a potentially best-in-class portfolio in B-cell malignancies,' said Lai Wang, Ph.D. Global Head of R&D. 'At EHA 2025, we'll share 31 accepted abstracts that highlight the progress of our hematology clinical development program and our commitment to targeted therapies that raise the standard of care. As BRUKINSA continues to expand its impact and our next-generation assets advance, we hope to transform the future of treatment for patients facing B-cell malignancies.' BeiGene's next-generation pipeline assets, including BGB-16673 and sonrotoclax, continue to demonstrate promising clinical activity and generally well-tolerated safety profiles across multiple B-cell malignancies. Together, these programs have enrolled more than 2,500 patients globally (1,900+ patients for sonrotoclax and 600+ patients for BGB-16673) and are positioned to potentially play a significant role in treatment strategies for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), Waldenström's macroglobulinemia (WM) and mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). Additionally, presentations further reinforce BRUKINSA's durable efficacy and consistent safety profile, as well as its position as a foundational therapeutic option in frontline CLL. Key highlights include: Two oral presentations featuring updated results from the ongoing Phase 1 CaDAnCe-101 study of BGB-16673 in patients with relapsed or refractory (R/R) CLL/SLL and patients with R/R WM, showing continued and promising early efficacy and a tolerable safety profile. Two oral presentations showcasing updated Phase 1 results of sonrotoclax in combination with BRUKINSA in R/R CLL/SLL and R/R MCL, which demonstrate deep and durable responses. This combination is now under evaluation in the ongoing registrational Phase 3 fixed-duration CELESTIAL-TNCLL study (NCT06073821) in patients with treatment-naïve CLL/SLL, which completed enrollment earlier this year, and CELESTIAL-RRMCL study (NCT06742996) in patients with relapsed / refractory MCL, which is currently enrolling. Results from Arm C and D of the SEQUOIA study, which evaluated BRUKINSA in patients with TN CLL/SLL and del(17p) (Arm C) and BRUKINSA plus venetoclax in patients with TN CLL/SLL with del(17p) and/or TP53 mutation or without either mutation (Arm D). Robust analyses across clinical trials and real-world evidence that deepen understanding of treatment patterns, safety, and outcomes in CLL/SLL, MCL and diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). About Sonrotoclax (BGB-11417) Sonrotoclax is designed to block the B-cell lymphoma 2 (BCL2) protein, which is one of several proteins that help cancer cells survive. It is part of a group of drugs called BH3 mimetics, which mimic natural cell death signals. Studies in the lab and during early drug development have shown that sonrotoclax is a potent and specific inhibitor of BCL2 with a short half-life and no accumulation. Sonrotoclax has shown promising clinical activity across a range of B-cell malignancies, and more than 1,900 patients have been enrolled to date across the global development program. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted sonrotoclax Fast Track Designation for the treatment of adult patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) and Waldenström macroglobulinemia (WM). About BGB‑16673 BGB-16673 is an orally available Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK) targeting protein degrader from BeiGene's chimeric degradation activation compound (CDAC) platform. BGB-16673 is designed to promote the degradation, or breakdown, of both wildtype and mutant forms of BTK, including those that commonly result in resistance to BTK inhibitors in patients who experience progressive disease. BGB-16673 is the most advanced BTK protein degrader in the clinic, with an extensive global clinical development program. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted Fast Track Designation to BGB-16673 for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory (R/R) chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma (CLL/SLL), and adult patients with R/R mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). About BRUKINSA ® (zanubrutinib) BRUKINSA is an orally available, small molecule inhibitor of Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK) designed to deliver complete and sustained inhibition of the BTK protein by optimizing bioavailability, half-life, and selectivity. With differentiated pharmacokinetics compared with other approved BTK inhibitors, BRUKINSA has been demonstrated to inhibit the proliferation of malignant B cells within a number of disease-relevant tissues. BRUKINSA has the broadest label globally of any BTK inhibitor and is the only BTK inhibitor to provide the flexibility of once or twice daily dosing. BRUKINSA is also the only BTK inhibitor to demonstrate superiority to another BTK inhibitor in a Phase 3 study. The global BRUKINSA clinical development program includes about 7,100 patients enrolled in 30 countries and regions across more than 35 trials. BRUKINSA is approved in more than 75 markets, and more than 200,000 patients have been treated globally. U.S. Indications and Important Safety Information for BRUKINSA (zanubrutinib) INDICATIONS BRUKINSA is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of adult patients with: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL). Waldenström's macroglobulinemia (WM). Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) who have received at least one prior therapy. Relapsed or refractory marginal zone lymphoma (MZL) who have received at least one anti-CD20-based regimen. Relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (FL), in combination with obinutuzumab, after two or more lines of systemic therapy. The MCL, MZL and FL indications are approved under accelerated approval based on overall response rate and durability of response. Continued approval for these indications may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trials. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Warnings and Precautions Hemorrhage Fatal and serious hemorrhage has occurred in patients with hematological malignancies treated with BRUKINSA. Grade 3 or higher hemorrhage including intracranial and gastrointestinal hemorrhage, hematuria, and hemothorax was reported in 3.8% of patients treated with BRUKINSA in clinical trials, with fatalities occurring in 0.2% of patients. Bleeding of any grade, excluding purpura and petechiae, occurred in 32% of patients. Bleeding has occurred in patients with and without concomitant antiplatelet or anticoagulation therapy. Coadministration of BRUKINSA with antiplatelet or anticoagulant medications may further increase the risk of hemorrhage. Monitor for signs and symptoms of bleeding. Discontinue BRUKINSA if intracranial hemorrhage of any grade occurs. Consider the benefit-risk of withholding BRUKINSA for 3-7 days before and after surgery depending upon the type of surgery and the risk of bleeding. Infections Fatal and serious infections (including bacterial, viral, or fungal infections) and opportunistic infections have occurred in patients with hematological malignancies treated with BRUKINSA. Grade 3 or higher infections occurred in 26% of patients, most commonly pneumonia (7.9%), with fatal infections occurring in 3.2% of patients. Infections due to hepatitis B virus (HBV) reactivation have occurred. Consider prophylaxis for herpes simplex virus, pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia, and other infections according to standard of care in patients who are at increased risk for infections. Monitor and evaluate patients for fever or other signs and symptoms of infection and treat appropriately. Cytopenias Grade 3 or 4 cytopenias, including neutropenia (21%), thrombocytopenia (8%) and anemia (8%) based on laboratory measurements, developed in patients treated with BRUKINSA. Grade 4 neutropenia occurred in 10% of patients, and Grade 4 thrombocytopenia occurred in 2.5% of patients. Monitor complete blood counts regularly during treatment and interrupt treatment, reduce the dose, or discontinue treatment as warranted. Treat using growth factor or transfusions, as needed. Second Primary Malignancies Second primary malignancies, including non-skin carcinoma, have occurred in 14% of patients treated with BRUKINSA. The most frequent second primary malignancy was non-melanoma skin cancers (8%), followed by other solid tumors in 7% of the patients (including melanoma in 1% of patients) and hematologic malignancies (0.7%). Advise patients to use sun protection and monitor patients for the development of second primary malignancies. Cardiac Arrhythmias Serious cardiac arrhythmias have occurred in patients treated with BRUKINSA. Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter were reported in 4.4% patients treated with BRUKINSA, including Grade 3 or higher cases in 1.9% of patients. Patients with cardiac risk factors, hypertension, and acute infections may be at increased risk. Grade 3 or higher ventricular arrhythmias were reported in 0.3% of patients. Monitor for signs and symptoms of cardiac arrhythmias (e.g., palpitations, dizziness, syncope, dyspnea, chest discomfort), manage appropriately, and consider the risks and benefits of continued BRUKINSA treatment. Hepatotoxicity, Including Drug-Induced Liver Injury Hepatotoxicity, including severe, life-threatening, and potentially fatal cases of drug-induced liver injury (DILI), has occurred in patients treated with Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitors, including BRUKINSA. Evaluate bilirubin and transaminases at baseline and throughout treatment with BRUKINSA. For patients who develop abnormal liver tests after BRUKINSA, monitor more frequently for liver test abnormalities and clinical signs and symptoms of hepatic toxicity. If DILI is suspected, withhold BRUKINSA. Upon confirmation of DILI, discontinue BRUKINSA. Embryo-Fetal Toxicity Based on findings in animals, BRUKINSA can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Administration of zanubrutinib to pregnant rats during the period of organogenesis caused embryo-fetal toxicity, including malformations at exposures that were 5 times higher than those reported in patients at the recommended dose of 160 mg twice daily. Advise women to avoid becoming pregnant while taking BRUKINSA and for 1 week after the last dose. Advise men to avoid fathering a child during treatment and for 1 week after the last dose. If this drug is used during pregnancy, or if the patient becomes pregnant while taking this drug, the patient should be apprised of the potential hazard to a fetus. Adverse Reactions The most common adverse reactions (≥30%), including laboratory abnormalities, in patients who received BRUKINSA (N=1729) are decreased neutrophil count (51%), decreased platelet count (41%), upper respiratory tract infection (38%), hemorrhage (32%), and musculoskeletal pain (31%). Drug Interactions CYP3A Inhibitors: When BRUKINSA is co-administered with a strong CYP3A inhibitor, reduce BRUKINSA dose to 80 mg once daily. For coadministration with a moderate CYP3A inhibitor, reduce BRUKINSA dose to 80 mg twice daily. CYP3A Inducers: Avoid coadministration with strong or moderate CYP3A inducers. Dose adjustment may be recommended with moderate CYP3A inducers. Specific Populations Hepatic Impairment: The recommended dose of BRUKINSA for patients with severe hepatic impairment is 80 mg orally twice daily. Please see full U.S. Prescribing Information including U.S. Patient Information. This information is intended for a global audience. Product indications vary by region. About BeiGene BeiGene, which will change its name to BeOne Medicines Ltd., is a global oncology company that is discovering and developing innovative treatments that are more affordable and accessible to cancer patients worldwide. With a broad portfolio, we are expediting development of our diverse pipeline of novel therapeutics through our internal capabilities and collaborations. We are committed to radically improving access to medicines for far more patients who need them. Our growing global team of more than 11,000 colleagues spans six continents. To learn more about BeiGene, please visit Forward-Looking Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other federal securities laws, including statements regarding the strength of BeiGene's hematology portfolio; BeiGene's commitment to transform treatment for B-cell malignancies; BeiGene's commitment to targeted therapies that raise the standard of care; the future impact of BRUKINSA; the advancement of BeiGene's next-generation assets including clinical activities and safety profiles; the role BGB-16673 and sonrotoclax will play in treatment strategies for CLL, WM and MCL; and BeiGene's plans, commitments, aspirations, and goals under the heading 'About BeiGene.' Actual results may differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including BeiGene's ability to demonstrate the efficacy and safety of its drug candidates; the clinical results for its drug candidates, which may not support further development or marketing approval; actions of regulatory agencies, which may affect the initiation, timing, and progress of clinical trials and marketing approval; BeiGene's ability to achieve commercial success for its marketed medicines and drug candidates, if approved; BeiGene's ability to obtain and maintain protection of intellectual property for its medicines and technology; BeiGene's reliance on third parties to conduct drug development, manufacturing, commercialization, and other services; BeiGene's limited experience in obtaining regulatory approvals and commercializing pharmaceutical products and its ability to obtain additional funding for operations and to complete the development of its drug candidates and achieve and maintain profitability; and those risks more fully discussed in the section entitled 'Risk Factors' in BeiGene's most recent quarterly report on Form 10-Q, as well as discussions of potential risks, uncertainties, and other important factors in BeiGene's subsequent filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and BeiGene undertakes no duty to update such information unless required by law. To access BeiGene media resources, please visit our News & Media site.
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14-05-2025
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Arcellx Announces New Positive Data for Its iMMagine-1 Study in Patients with Relapsed and/or Refractory Multiple Myeloma
-- Results from all 117 patients dosed in the pivotal Phase 2 iMMagine-1 study of anito-cel demonstrated 97% ORR and 68% CR/sCR at a median follow-up of 12.6 months -- -- No delayed neurotoxicities including no Parkinsonism, no cranial nerve palsies, and no Guillain-Barré syndrome, and no immune-mediated enterocolitis have been observed to date with anito-cel -- -- iMMagine-1 data to be presented during an oral presentation at EHA2025 on Saturday, June 14, 2025 -- -- Company to host a live webcast event with an expert panel of clinicians during EHA2025 -- REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 14, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arcellx, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACLX), a biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy through the development of innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases, today announced new positive data from its pivotal Phase 2 iMMagine-1 study of anitocabtagene autoleucel (anito-cel), in patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM). These data will be presented during an oral presentation at the EHA2025 Congress in Milan on June 14, 2025. Anito-cel is partnered with Kite, a Gilead Company. The Phase 2 iMMagine-1 data are from a May 1, 2025 data cutoff date, including all 117 patients with a median follow-up of 12.6 months and a minimum follow-up of four months after treatment with anito-cel. All patients received a single infusion of anito-cel (target dose of 115×106 CAR+ viable T cells). 101 of 117 patients (86%) were triple refractory, and 48 of 117 patients (41%) were penta refractory. Patients received a median of three prior lines of therapy, with 60 of 117 patients (51%) having received three prior lines. Overall response rate (ORR) was 97% (114/117) with a complete response/stringent complete response (CR/sCR) rate of 68% (79/117) and a very good partial response or higher (>VGPR) rate of 85% (100/117), per International Myeloma Working Group (IMWG) criteria as investigator-assessed. Of those evaluable for minimal residual disease (MRD) testing at the time of this data cut, 93.3% (70/75) achieved MRD negativity at a minimum of 10-5 sensitivity. Six-month progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) rates were 91.9% and 96.6%, respectively, and 12-month PFS and OS rates were 78.8% and 95.2%, respectively. Median PFS and median OS have not been reached. No delayed or non-immune effector cell-associated neurotoxicity syndrome (ICANS) neurotoxicities, including no Parkinsonism, no cranial nerve palsies, and no Guillain-Barré syndrome, and no immune-mediated enterocolitis have been observed to date with anito-cel. No additional treatment- or therapy-related deaths or Grade ≥3 cytokine release syndrome (CRS) or ICANS events have occurred since the previous data presentation in December 2024. Conclusions Preliminary results from the Phase 2 iMMagine-1 study demonstrate deep and durable responses with a predictable and manageable safety profile in a fourth-line or higher (4L+) RRMM population, including triple- and penta-class refractory disease. Notably, no delayed or non-ICANS neurotoxicities, including no Parkinsonism, no cranial nerve palsies, and no Guillain-Barré syndrome, and no immune-mediated enterocolitis have been observed with anito-cel to date. "These clinical data from our registrational study continue to support our belief that anito-cel has the potential to address the needs of myeloma patients and the physicians who serve them," said Rami Elghandour, Arcellx's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "There is no cure for multiple myeloma. We believe there remains an unmet medical need for CAR-T therapies that are efficacious, safe, and accessible. Anito-cel has the unique potential to address these needs thanks to our differentiated technology, our incredible and entrepreneurial team, the robust clinical data generated to date, and our strong partnership with Kite. Our 2026 commercial launch plans for anito-cel with our partners at Kite are well underway and we are excited for the opportunity to advance anito-cel in support of the myeloma community. We look forward to sharing these data with the clinical community at EHA and are honored that the iMMagine-1 data will be presented during an oral presentation on Saturday, June 14." EHA2025 Presentation Details Phase 2 Registrational Study of Anitocabtagene Autoleucel for the Treatment of Patients with Relapsed and/or Refractory Multiple Myeloma: Preliminary Results from the iMMagine-1 Trial Speaker: Gurbakhash Kaur, M.D., Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine, Mount Sinai Health SystemSession Title: s431 Treatment of relapsed and/or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM)Session Date: June 14, 2025Session Time: 17:00-18:15 CESTPublication Number: S201Presentation Title: S201 Phase 2 Registrational Study of Anitocabtagene Autoleucel for Relapsed and/or Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM): Updated Results from iMMagine-1 About Multiple Myeloma Multiple Myeloma (MM) is a type of hematological cancer in which diseased plasma cells proliferate and accumulate in the bone marrow, crowding out healthy blood cells and causing bone lesions, loss of bone density, and bone fractures. These abnormal plasma cells also produce excessive quantities of an abnormal immunoglobulin fragment, called a myeloma protein (M protein), causing kidney damage and impairing the patient's immune function. MM is the third most common hematological malignancy in the United States and Europe, representing approximately 10% of all hematological cancer cases and 20% of deaths due to hematological malignancies. The median age of patients at diagnosis is 69 years with one-third of patients diagnosed at an age of at least 75 years. Because MM tends to afflict patients at an advanced stage of life, patients often have multiple co-morbidities and toxicities that can quickly escalate and become life-endangering. About Anitocabtagene Autoleucel (anito-cel) Anitocabtagene autoleucel (anito-cel, previously ddBCMA) is the first BCMA-directed CAR T-cell therapy to be investigated in multiple myeloma that utilizes Arcellx's novel and compact binder known as the D-Domain. The small, stable D-Domain binder enables high CAR expression without tonic signaling and is designed to quickly release from the BCMA target. This combination may allow for the effective elimination of multiple myeloma cells without severe immunotoxicity. Anito-cel has been granted Fast Track, Orphan Drug, and Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy Designations by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. About Arcellx and Kite Collaboration Arcellx and Kite, a Gilead Company, formed a global strategic collaboration and license agreement to co-develop and co-commercialize anito-cel for patients with multiple myeloma. Anito-cel is currently being developed in a Phase 2 registrational pivotal study and a global Phase 3 randomized controlled study for relapsed and/or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM). Kite and Arcellx will jointly commercialize the anito-cel asset in the United States, and Kite will commercialize the product outside the United States. About Arcellx, Inc. Arcellx, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies for patients with cancer and other incurable diseases. Arcellx believes that cell therapies are one of the forward pillars of medicine and Arcellx's mission is to advance humanity by developing cell therapies that are safer, more effective, and more broadly accessible. For more information on Arcellx, please visit Follow Arcellx on X @arcellx and LinkedIn. Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements regarding the safety and efficacy of anito-cel, the promising clinical profile of anito-cel, the expectation of anito-cel to be a differentiated CAR-T treatment option for RRMM, the potential of anito-cel as an outpatient therapy, and the planned commercial development of anito-cel both inside and outside the United States. The forward-looking statements contained herein are based upon Arcellx's current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect. These forward-looking statements are neither promises nor guarantees and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties, including those set forth in Part II, Item 1A (Risk Factors) in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on May 8, 2025, and the other documents that Arcellx may file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and Arcellx assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. 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14-05-2025
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Agios to Highlight Pyruvate Kinase Activation Portfolio with New Data in Rare Blood Disorders at 30th EHA Congress
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Agios Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGIO), a leader in cellular metabolism and pyruvate kinase (PK) activation pioneering therapies for rare diseases, today announced that new data on the company's PK activators, mitapivat and tebapivat, will be featured in oral and poster presentations during the 30th European Hematology Association (EHA) Congress (EHA 2025) in Milan, Italy, June 12-15, 2025. 'The clinical results and scientific insights being presented at EHA add to the robust body of efficacy and safety data demonstrating the promise of PK activation in treating both adults and children with rare blood disorders,' said Sarah Gheuens, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Medical Officer and Head of R&D, Agios. 'The presentations span serious conditions with limited or no treatment options, including sickle cell disease, thalassemia, PK deficiency, and myelodysplastic syndromes, offering meaningful results that highlight the therapeutic potential of mitapivat and tebapivat. We look forward to this important opportunity to share these new data and strengthen our collaboration with the global hematology community at EHA.' Select presentations and publications at EHA 2025 will include: An oral presentation of results from the ACTIVATE-KidsT Phase 3 study of mitapivat in children aged 1 to <18 years with PK deficiency who are regularly transfused. The study showed a clinically meaningful reduction in transfusion burden with mitapivat, with a higher proportion of patients achieving the primary endpoint of transfusion reduction response compared to placebo, though the prespecified statistical criterion was not met. Safety results were consistent with the safety profile for mitapivat previously observed in adults with PK deficiency who are regularly transfused. The ACTIVATE-KidsT study, along with the positive ACTIVATE-Kids Phase 3 trial, represents the successful execution of Agios' first pediatric clinical program. An oral presentation of long-term data from the investigator-led ESTIMATE Phase 2 trial, an open-label study investigating mitapivat in patients with sickle cell disease. In the study, mitapivat showed sustained efficacy and tolerability over three years, including improvements in anemia, hemolysis, painful vaso-occlusive crises, and markers of kidney damage. A poster presentation with preclinical data demonstrating that tebapivat reduced red blood cell sickling and adhesion in blood samples from sickle cell disease patients, highlighting its therapeutic potential in this patient population. A preclinical publication examining expression patterns of PKM2, an isoform (or variant) of the PK enzyme. The study found that, compared with healthy controls, patients with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) have significantly reduced PKM2 expression in CD34+ hematopoietic stem cells, which may be implicated in the development of MDS. These findings further support the ongoing investigation of tebapivat in lower-risk MDS, as it activates PKM2 in addition to PKR (the PK isoform found in red blood cells). In total, 14 presentations and publications led by Agios and external collaborators will be shared at EHA 2025. EHA 2025 Accepted Abstracts Title Number Date/Time Presenter Acceptance Thalassemia Overall survival and morbidity among adults with thalassemia in England: A retrospective analysis using routinely collected healthcare data from 2008 to 2020 PS2183 Saturday, June 14, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 PM CEST Khaled M. Musallam, M.D., Ph.D., Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Poster Impact of non-transfusion-dependent thalassemia on adult patients' health-related quality of life and work productivity: A multi-region real-world survey PF1192 Friday, June 13, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 PM CEST Khaled M. Musallam, M.D., Ph.D., Burjeel Medical City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Poster ENERGIZE-T/ENERGIZE: Roxyscan assesses pyruvate kinase activator's effect on oxidative stress sensitivity in β-thalassemia patients PS2192 Saturday, June 14, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 PM CEST Eduard J. van Beers, M.D., Ph.D., University Medical Center of Utrecht, Netherlands Poster Understanding health literacy among patients with thalassemia: Initial key learnings from a global patient survey by the Thalassemia Advocacy Advisory Council PB3545 N/A Maria Domenica Cappellini, M.D., University of Milan, Italy Publication Sickle Cell Disease Three-year safety, efficacy, and renal outcomes of mitapivat treatment in sickle cell disease: Results from a phase 2, open-label study S299 Thursday, June 12, 2025, 5:00 - 6:15 PM CEST Geoffrey Kuppens, University Medical Center Utrecht, Netherlands Oral Patient-reported vaso-occlusive events, their associated pain severity, and impact of sickle cell disease on fatigue and quality of life: A real-world survey in the United States PS2179 Saturday, June 14, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 PM CEST Oladipo Cole, M.D., University of Connecticut Health Center Poster Optimizing hydroxyurea therapy in sickle cell disease: Insights from metabolite detection, treatment response and clinical outcomes* PF1176 Friday, June 13, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 PM CEST Sigrid van der Veen, University Medical Center Utrecht, Netherlands Poster Ex-vivo activation of pyruvate kinase by tebapivat reduces sickling and red blood cell adhesion in sickle cell disease PS2170 Saturday, June 14, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 PM CEST Minke Rab, M.D., Ph.D., University Medical Center Utrecht, Netherlands Poster Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency Efficacy and safety of mitapivat in pediatric patients with pyruvate kinase deficiency who are regularly transfused: Results from the phase 3 randomized global placebo-controlled ACTIVATE-KidsT trial S296 Thursday, June 12, 2025, 5:00 - 6:15 PM CEST Rachael F. Grace, M.D., MMSc; Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Cancer and Blood Disorder Center, Harvard Medical School Oral Cardiac magnetic resonance observations in a patient with pyruvate kinase deficiency and beta-thalassemia trait treated with mitapivat – a case report PB3570 N/A Paolo Ricchi, M.D., Ph.D., Center for Rare Red Blood Cell Diseases, AORN A. Cardarelli, Naples, Italy Publication Myelodysplastic Syndromes PKM and PKLR mRNA expression in CD34+ cells derived from patients with myelodysplastic syndromes PB2748 N/A Erin Tsai, M.S., Agios Pharmaceuticals Publication Other SATISFY: Mitapivat in adults with erythrocyte membranopathies and congenital dyserythropoietic anemia type II: A EuroBloodNet, multicenter, single-arm, phase 2 study S297 Thursday, June 12, 2025, 5:00 - 6:15 PM CEST Thomas Doeven, M.D., University Medical Center Utrecht, Netherlands Oral Red blood cell age distribution and metabolic features in hereditary spherocytosis, hereditary xerocytosis and congenital dyserythropoietic anemia – baseline results of exploratory analysis from the SATISFY study PS2199 Saturday, June 14, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 PM CEST Richard van Wijk, Ph.D., University Medical Center Utrecht, Netherlands Poster PIEZO1 gain-of-function drives glycolytic imbalance in late-stage erythropoiesis: The potential of mitapivat therapy in dehydrated hereditary stomatocytosis PS2201 Saturday, June 14, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 PM CEST Barbara Eleni Rosato, Ph.D., University of Naples, Italy Poster *This investigator-sponsored trial is part of a larger project funded by Agios Please refer to the EHA 2025 online program for full session details and data presentation listings, and visit the Agios booth (#C04) onsite. About PYRUKYND® (mitapivat)U.S. INDICATIONPYRUKYND is a pyruvate kinase activator indicated for the treatment of hemolytic anemia in adults with pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency. U.S. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONAcute Hemolysis: Acute hemolysis with subsequent anemia has been observed following abrupt interruption or discontinuation of PYRUKYND in a dose-ranging study. Avoid abruptly discontinuing PYRUKYND. Gradually taper the dose of PYRUKYND to discontinue treatment if possible. When discontinuing treatment, monitor patients for signs of acute hemolysis and anemia including jaundice, scleral icterus, dark urine, dizziness, confusion, fatigue, or shortness of breath. Hepatocellular Injury in Another Condition: In patients with another condition treated with PYRUKYND at a higher dose than that recommended for patients with PK deficiency, liver injury has been observed. These events were characterized by a time to onset within the first 6 months of treatment with peak elevations of alanine aminotransferase of >5× upper limit of normal (ULN) with or without jaundice. All patients discontinued treatment with PYRUKYND, and these events improved upon treatment discontinuation. Obtain liver tests prior to the initiation of PYRUKYND and monthly thereafter for the first 6 months and as clinically indicated. Interrupt PYRUKYND if clinically significant increases in liver tests are observed or alanine aminotransferase is >5x ULN. Discontinue PYRUKYND if hepatic injury due to PYRUKYND is suspected. Adverse Reactions: The most common adverse reactions including laboratory abnormalities (≥10%) in patients with PK deficiency were estrone decreased (males), increased urate, back pain, estradiol decreased (males), and arthralgia. Drug Interactions: Strong CYP3A Inhibitors and Inducers: Avoid concomitant use. Moderate CYP3A Inhibitors: Do not titrate PYRUKYND beyond 20 mg twice daily. Moderate CYP3A Inducers: Consider alternatives that are not moderate inducers. If there are no alternatives, adjust PYRUKYND dosage. Sensitive CYP3A, CYP2B6, CYP2C Substrates Including Hormonal Contraceptives: Avoid concomitant use with substrates that have narrow therapeutic index. UGT1A1 Substrates: Avoid concomitant use with substrates that have narrow therapeutic index. P-gp Substrates: Avoid concomitant use with substrates that have narrow therapeutic index. Hepatic Impairment: Avoid use of PYRUKYND in patients with moderate and severe hepatic impairment. Please see full Prescribing Information for PYRUKYND. About AgiosAgios is the pioneering leader in PK activation and is dedicated to developing and delivering transformative therapies for patients living with rare diseases. In the U.S., Agios markets a first-in-class pyruvate kinase (PK) activator for adults with PK deficiency, the first disease-modifying therapy for this rare, lifelong, debilitating hemolytic anemia. Building on the company's deep scientific expertise in classical hematology and leadership in the field of cellular metabolism and rare hematologic diseases, Agios is advancing a robust clinical pipeline of investigational medicines with programs in alpha- and beta-thalassemia, sickle cell disease, pediatric PK deficiency, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)-associated anemia and phenylketonuria (PKU). In addition to its clinical pipeline, Agios is advancing a preclinical TMPRSS6 siRNA as a potential treatment for polycythemia vera. For more information, please visit the company's website at Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include those regarding the potential benefits of PYRUKYND® (mitapivat) and tebapivat; Agios' plans regarding future data presentations; and the potential benefits of Agios' strategic plans and focus. The words 'anticipate,' 'expect,' 'goal,' 'hope,' 'milestone,' 'plan,' 'potential,' 'possible,' 'strategy,' 'will,' 'vision,' and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Such statements are subject to numerous important factors, risks and uncertainties that may cause actual events or results to differ materially from Agios' current expectations and beliefs. For example, there can be no guarantee that any product candidate Agios is developing will successfully commence or complete necessary preclinical and clinical development phases, or that development of any of Agios' product candidates will successfully continue. There can be no guarantee that any positive developments in Agios' business will result in stock price appreciation. Management's expectations and, therefore, any forward-looking statements in this press release could also be affected by risks and uncertainties relating to a number of other important factors, including, without limitation: risks and uncertainties related to the impact of pandemics or other public health emergencies to Agios' business, operations, strategy, goals and anticipated milestones, including its ongoing and planned research activities, ability to conduct ongoing and planned clinical trials, clinical supply of current or future drug candidates, commercial supply of current or future approved products, and launching, marketing and selling current or future approved products; Agios' results of clinical trials and preclinical studies, including subsequent analysis of existing data and new data received from ongoing and future studies; the content and timing of decisions made by the U.S. FDA, the EMA or other regulatory authorities, investigational review boards at clinical trial sites and publication review bodies; Agios' ability to obtain and maintain requisite regulatory approvals and to enroll patients in its planned clinical trials; unplanned cash requirements and expenditures; competitive factors; Agios' ability to obtain, maintain and enforce patent and other intellectual property protection for any product candidates it is developing; Agios' ability to establish and maintain key collaborations; uncertainty regarding any royalty payments related to the sale of its oncology business or any milestone or royalty payments related to its in-licensing of TMPRSS6 siRNA, and the uncertainty of the timing of any such payments; uncertainty of the results and effectiveness of the use of Agios' cash and cash equivalents; and general economic and market conditions. These and other risks are described in greater detail under the caption "Risk Factors" included in Agios' public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and Agios expressly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Contacts: Investor ContactMorgan Sanford, Vice President, Investor Relations Agios PharmaceuticalsIR@ Media ContactEamonn Nolan, Senior Director, Corporate CommunicationsAgios PharmaceuticalsMedia@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
