Water Tower Research Underscores Ainos' Partnership With Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku for VELDONA Manufacturing and Marketing
Rhea-AI Summary
Ainos (NASDAQ:AIMD) has formed a strategic partnership with Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku, a Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma subsidiary, for manufacturing and marketing VELDONA® in Taiwan. The partnership focuses on advancing VELDONA®, a therapeutic candidate for primary Sjögren's syndrome.
The collaboration leverages Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku's PIC/S GMP-certified facility and expertise in drug manufacturing and market promotion. A clinical study of VELDONA® has received Institutional Review Board approval from Shuang Ho Hospital, with site initiation planned for April 2025 and completion expected in December 2026. Previous U.S. Phase 3 studies showed VELDONA® benefits in improving oral dryness and salivary function for Sjögren's syndrome, an autoimmune disease affecting 0.1-1.0% of the global population.
Positive
- Strategic partnership with Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma, for manufacturing and marketing
- Access to PIC/S GMP-certified manufacturing facility
- Clinical trial approval received from Institutional Review Board
- Positive Phase 3 study results for VELDONA® in treating Sjögren's syndrome
Negative
- Clinical trials won't begin until April 2025
- Study completion not expected until December 2026, indicating a long timeline to potential commercialization
Insights
The partnership between Ainos and Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku represents a significant milestone in VELDONA®'s development pathway. The PIC/S GMP-certified manufacturing facility adds credibility and ensures quality production standards essential for regulatory compliance. The planned clinical trial starting in 2025 at Shuang Ho Hospital will be important for validating VELDONA®'s efficacy in treating Sjögren's syndrome.
The market opportunity is substantial, with Sjögren's syndrome affecting
However, investors should note that the 2025-2026 timeline for the upcoming trial indicates that significant revenue generation is still years away. The partnership with Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku's parent company, Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma, could accelerate international market access if clinical trials prove successful.
The strategic partnership significantly enhances Ainos' commercialization prospects in the Asian market. Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku's established presence in autoimmune therapeutics and connection to Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma provides valuable distribution channels and market expertise. For a small-cap company with a market cap of
The agreement demonstrates strong commercial validation for VELDONA® and could serve as a template for future regional partnerships. The focus on Taiwan as an initial market is strategic, given its well-developed healthcare system and potential as a springboard for broader Asian market entry. The partnership structure, starting with a memorandum of understanding, suggests careful risk management while maintaining flexibility for future developments.
SAN DIEGO, CA / ACCESSWIRE / December 4, 2024 / Ainos, Inc. (NASDAQ:AIMD)(NASDAQ:AIMDW) ("Ainos" or the "Company"), an innovative healthcare company focused on advanced AI-driven point-of-care testing ("POCT") and low-dose interferon therapeutics, today announced that Water Tower Research has issued a report highlighting Ainos' strategic partnership with Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku for manufacturing and marketing VELDONA®, a novel therapeutic candidate for primary Sjögren's syndrome, in Taiwan.
The report underscores the significance of Ainos' efforts to out-license VELDONA®, starting with this key regional partnership, and sets the stage for future global expansion.
Key Highlights from the Report:
Key regional partnership: Ainos has entered into a memorandum of understanding with Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma, to advance VELDONA®'s development and commercialization in Taiwan. This partnership leverages Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku's expertise in drug manufacturing and market promotion, providing a strong launchpad for Ainos' out-licensing strategy.
Establishing foundation for a global footprint: Taiwan Tanabe Seiyaku operates a PIC/S GMP-certified facility, ensuring high-quality drug manufacturing, in addition to commercializing therapeutics for autoimmune, cardiovascular, and metabolic diseases. The parent company, Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma, has a global presence, offering opportunities to expand VELDONA®'sreach beyond Taiwan into international markets.
VELDONA® Sjogren's trial to begin in 2025：Ainos has received Institutional Review Board approval from the Shuang Ho Hospital (Taipei Medical University) for a clinical study of VELDONA®. Approval of Taiwan Food and Drug Administration is anticipated in the next quarter, with site initiation visit planned for April 2025 and completion expected in December 2026.
Addressing unmet medical needs: Sjogren's syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disease affecting exocrine glands, with no curative treatments currently available. Global prevalence estimates vary from 0.1
-1.0% , mainly affecting middle-aged women starting at ages 45-55.Clinical evidence supporting VELDONA®: Previous U.S. Phase 3 studies demonstrated VELDONA® benefits in improving oral dryness and salivary function.
Link to the WTR report
About Ainos, Inc.
Headquartered in San Diego, California, Ainos is a diversified healthcare company focused on novel AI-powered point-of-care testing (POCT) and low-dose interferon therapeutics (VELDONA®). The Company's clinical-stage product pipeline includes VELDONA® human and animal oral therapeutics, human orphan drugs, and telehealth-friendly POCT solutions powered by its AI Nose technology platform. The name "Ainos" is a combination of "AI" and "Nose" to reflect the Company's commitment to empowering individuals to manage their health more effectively with next-generation AI-driven POCT solutions. To learn more, visit https://www.ainos.com. Follow Ainos on X, formerly known as Twitter, (@AinosInc) and LinkedIn to stay up-to-date.
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Contact Information
Feifei Shen
ir@ainos.com
SOURCE: Ainos, Inc.
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