PAR RECEIVES POSITIVE RESPONSE FROM US FDA FOR PHASE 3
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18 September 2024
Paradigm Receives Positive Response from the US FDA.
FDA Response Provides a Clear Pathway to OA Phase 3 Clinical Trial.
Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX:PAR) (“Paradigm” or “the Company”), a
late-stage drug development company, is pleased to announce that it has received a
detailed response from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) following the Type
D meeting response submitted to the agency in April 2024. The response from the FDA
comprises a detailed set of comments that provides a pathway for progression of the
Company’s phase 3 clinical program for knee osteoarthritis (OA).
The FDA confirmed Paradigm's phase 2 clinical data (PARA_005 and PARA_OA_008)
supported the safety and tolerability of the twice weekly 2 mg/Kg dose, and that the clinical
monitoring for adrenal effects will continue. The FDA has provided detailed guidance for
the use of the Company's selected dosing regimen of 2mg/kg injectable pentosan
polysulfate sodium (iPPS) administered twice weekly. This is a significant outcome for
Paradigm, since based on the clinical data generated to date, with a dosing regimen of
2mg/kg iPPS administered twice weekly, the phase 3 clinical trial is best set up for
success.
In addition to feedback on the dosing regimen, the FDA provided feedback on
amendments to the monitoring and mitigation plan, and statistical guidance. These
changes to the monitoring and mitigation were supported by clinical and nonclinical data
generated by Paradigm in its clinical development programs to date. Paradigm intends to
implement these changes and submit the updated protocol under the open Investigational
New Drug (IND) application currently in place with the FDA.
Once the protocol is submitted, Paradigm anticipates a 30-day review period before
proceeding with enrolment for the PARA_OA_012 trial.
Paul Rennie, Managing Director of Paradigm, said: "I understand that many investors
are eager to know the dosage that will be used in the pivotal phase 3 clinical trial. I am
pleased to announce that the FDA has indicated our clinical data supports the safety and
tolerability of the twice-weekly administration of 2 mg/kg, the same dosing regimen
Paradigm used in its phase 2 clinical studies (PARA_005 and PARA_OA_008). We would
like to extend our gratitude to the US FDA for their valuable guidance on the phase 3
protocol.”
Paradigm Chief Medical Officer, Dr Donna Skerrett, commented: “I believe the clarity
provided by the FDA's response has brought us one step closer to entering the pivotal
phase of the program. We now have a clearer and more certain path forward, enabling
us to optimize the clinical protocol. We are incredibly proud of the collaborative efforts
and hard work that have led us to this point, and we are excited to move forward with a
protocol designed to maximise our chances of success. The alignment with the FDA’s
guidance further strengthens our confidence as we progress towards a successful
outcome, bringing us closer to achieving our goal of securing approval for iPPS."
Next Steps
The Company has commenced to incorporate the FDA comments into its phase 3
PARA_OA_012 trial protocol and, once completed, will submit the updated protocol under
the open IND application. Paradigm expects to begin pre-screening and enrolment
activities for PARA_OA_012 following the 30-day review period, with preparations already
underway at trial sites in both the U.S. and Australia.
Paradigm will continue to keep investors informed as the phase 3 program activity
advances and provide further information on the trial design and timelines following the
mandatory review period.
-EndsAbout Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals Ltd.
Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals Ltd. (ASX:PAR) is a late-stage drug development
company driven by a purpose to improve patients’ health and quality of life by discovering,
developing, and delivering pharmaceutical therapies. Paradigm’s current focus is
developing injectable (subcutaneous) pentosan polysulfate sodium (iPPS) for the
treatment of diseases where inflammation plays a major pathogenic role, indicating a
need for the anti-inflammatory and tissue regenerative properties of iPPS, such as in
osteoarthritis (phase 3) and mucopolysaccharidosis (phase 2).
Forward Looking Statements
This Company announcement contains forward-looking statements, including statements
regarding anticipated commencement dates or completions dates of preclinical or clinical
trials, regulatory developments and regulatory approval. These forward-looking
statements are not guarantees or predictions of future performance, and involve known
and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are beyond our control,
and which may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in the
statements contained in this presentation. Readers are cautioned not to put undue
reliance on forward-looking statements.
To learn more please visit: https://paradigmbiopharma.com
Approved for release by the Paradigm Board of Directors.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Simon White
Director of Investor Relations
Tel: +61 404 216 467
Paradigm Biopharmaceuticals Ltd
ABN: 94 169 346 963
Level 15, 500 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, AUSTRALIA
Email: investorrelations@paradigmbiopharma.com
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