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Achieve Life Sciences reports company news around the development and potential commercialization of cytisinicline, an investigational treatment for nicotine dependence. Cytisinicline is a plant-based alkaloid that binds to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors and is being studied for smoking cessation and e-cigarette cessation; it has not been approved by the FDA for any indication in the United States.
Recurring ACHV updates include financial results, clinical data presentations, regulatory and manufacturing progress, supply-chain arrangements for cytisinicline, capital-structure actions, and governance changes. Company announcements also cover scientific publications, board and executive appointments, and operational steps tied to preparing the cytisinicline program for potential commercial use if regulatory approval is obtained.
Achieve Life Sciences (Nasdaq: ACHV) has reported its Q2 2020 financial results, highlighting successful topline results from the RAUORA trial comparing cytisinicline to Chantix. The trial showed cytisinicline was as effective while causing fewer adverse events. Achieve closed a Registered Direct Offering for approximately $6 million and a subsequent Underwritten Public Offering, expected to raise $7.5 million. The company now holds $12.2 million in cash before these offerings. Additionally, a new patent for cytisinicline analogs has been granted, expanding treatment potential for various CNS conditions.
Achieve Life Sciences (Nasdaq: ACHV) has announced a public offering of 476,187 shares of its common stock at $10.50 per share, aiming to raise approximately $6.5 million. The offering also includes pre-funded warrants for investors whose holdings may exceed 9.99% after the offering. The funds will be directed towards clinical research and general working capital. This offering, managed by Lake Street Capital Markets LLC, is expected to close around August 6, 2020. The company focuses on developing cytisinicline for smoking cessation.
Achieve Life Sciences (Nasdaq: ACHV) announced a proposed underwritten public offering of its common stock to fund clinical research and general working capital. The offering includes pre-funded warrants for certain investors owning more than 9.99% of shares post-offering. Lake Street Capital Markets is the sole book-running manager, and underwriters may purchase an additional 15% of the shares. The offering is subject to market conditions and details will be filed with the SEC. Achieve aims to combat nicotine addiction through its product, cytisinicline, already used by over 20 million people.
Achieve Life Sciences (NASDAQ: ACHV) announced on July 31, 2020, that it has received a patent (US 2020/0172544 A1) for novel analogs of cytisinicline, aimed at treating CNS and addictive disorders. Cytisinicline is a partial agonist of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, potentially effective for conditions like Alzheimer’s and nicotine addiction. The company emphasizes its commitment to expanding its intellectual property portfolio while addressing smoking cessation. The press release cautions that achieving its goals may face various risks, including regulatory approvals and market conditions.
Achieve Life Sciences (Nasdaq: ACHV), a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, will report its second-quarter 2020 financial results on August 6, 2020. The company is focused on the development of cytisinicline for smoking cessation and nicotine addiction. Following the release, management will host a conference call at 4:30 PM ET to discuss the results and provide updates on the cytisinicline clinical development program. Investors can access the call via the Investor Relations page or through a dedicated conference call line.
Achieve Life Sciences (Nasdaq: ACHV) announced a $6 million registered direct offering for 14,634,146 shares of common stock at $0.41 per share. The transaction is set to close around July 1, 2020, pending customary conditions. Proceeds will fund clinical research and development, along with general working capital. The offering is conducted under the effective shelf registration statement filed with the SEC. Lake Street Capital Markets LLC serves as the exclusive placement agent for this offering.
Achieve Life Sciences (Nasdaq: ACHV) announced successful topline results from the RAUORA Phase 3 trial, comparing cytisinicline to varenicline for smoking cessation. Conducted in New Zealand, the trial involved 679 participants and demonstrated that cytisinicline was at least as effective as varenicline, with significantly fewer adverse effects. The trial results suggest a promising future for cytisinicline in addressing nicotine addiction, especially among Māori populations. Full results are expected to be presented at the SRNT-E Annual Meeting in September 2020.