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Jaguar Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAGX) news covers a commercial-stage pharmaceuticals company focused on plant-based prescription medicines for gastrointestinal distress in humans and animals. The company’s updates frequently highlight progress across its crofelemer programs, regulatory interactions, and partnerships.
Investors following JAGX news can expect coverage of developments related to Mytesi, Napo Pharmaceuticals’ FDA-approved crofelemer product for noninfectious diarrhea in adults with HIV/AIDS on antiretroviral therapy, as well as Jaguar’s broader intestinal failure program targeting rare disorders such as short bowel syndrome with intestinal failure (SBS-IF) and microvillus inclusion disease (MVID). News items often describe clinical trial milestones, proof-of-concept data on reductions in parenteral support, and discussions with regulators about potential expedited approval pathways for ultrarare pediatric indications.
On the animal health side, Jaguar news includes information about Canalevia-CA1, the company’s conditionally approved crofelemer-based prescription drug for chemotherapy-induced diarrhea in dogs, along with regulatory grants, conditional approval renewals, and studies designed to support full approval. Updates may also address efforts to obtain guidance from the European Medicines Agency for Canalevia in general diarrhea in dogs.
Corporate and capital markets announcements are another key component of JAGX news. These can include securities purchase agreements, royalty interest amendments, PIPE financings, preferred stock exchanges, and at-the-market offering amendments, as disclosed in Form 8-K filings. Conference presentations, investor summit appearances, and summaries of stockholder meeting results also appear in the company’s news flow.
For investors and observers, the Jaguar Health news page provides a centralized view of clinical, regulatory, commercial, and financing developments that shape the company’s strategy in plant-based gastrointestinal therapeutics for both human and veterinary medicine.
Jaguar Health, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAGX) has promoted Carol Lizak to the role of chief financial officer. This decision reflects her significant contributions in finance and strategic planning since joining the company in May 2019. Lizak brings over 20 years of experience in financial roles across various companies, enhancing Jaguar's transition from an R&D focus to a commercial-stage entity. Jaguar specializes in plant-based, non-opioid medicines for gastrointestinal issues and is known for its Mytesi® product, which is FDA-approved for treating noninfectious diarrhea in adults with HIV/AIDS.
Jaguar Health, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAGX) announced employee inducement grants on March 26, 2021, allocating nonstatutory stock options totaling 2,000 to 35,000 shares to five new employees. The exercise price is set at $1.84 per share, reflecting the March 26 closing price. Vesting occurs over three years, with the first 25% vesting nine months post-hire. Grants were made to attract talent as per NASDAQ rules. Jaguar develops plant-based medicines focused on gastrointestinal conditions, notably offering Mytesi, an FDA-approved product for HIV/AIDS patients.
Jaguar Health reported strong financial results for 2020, with Mytesi net sales rising 64% to approximately $9.3 million and gross sales increasing 148% to around $20.4 million. Despite a 7% decline in total Mytesi unit sales volume, the company saw a 12% reduction in net loss, totaling $33.8 million. Operating expenses grew by 4% year-over-year, primarily due to a rise in inducement expenses. Jaguar's focus on R&D remains evident with expenses of $6.4 million, reflecting ongoing development of Mytesi indications.
Jaguar Health, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAGX) has announced its support for the selection of the investment bank and nominated advisor for the proposed merger of the Dragon SPAC with its Italian subsidiary, Napo EU. This merger is anticipated to list on AIM Italia. Additionally, Jaguar's subsidiary conducted a meeting with the EU regulatory authority regarding crofelemer for COVID-related diarrhea, indicating the presence of unmet medical needs in this domain. Regulatory approval would allow for a conditional marketing authorization, utilizing safety data from Napo's approved US NDA.
Jaguar Health has incorporated its subsidiary, Napo EU, in Italy to combat inflammatory diarrhea linked to long-hauler syndrome post-COVID-19, primarily in Europe. The subsidiary is the target of a forthcoming merger with the Dragon SPAC, expected to list on AIM Italia. CEO Lisa Conte announced the search for key management roles and ongoing regulatory efforts to gain conditional marketing authorization from the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
Jaguar Health has signed a definitive agreement for a $5 million non-dilutive royalty financing transaction, related to future sales of crofelemer (Mytesi) for a COVID-related indication targeting long-hauler patients. This financing will support regulatory activities and the development pipeline for crofelemer. The company is also identifying key opinion leaders in the US and Europe to address symptoms affecting COVID-19 survivors. With no royalty payments due for 36 months, Jaguar aims to leverage this opportunity to explore the growing market of long-hauler syndrome.
Jaguar Health has signed a binding agreement for a $5 million non-dilutive royalty financing to support the development of crofelemer for a COVID-related indication in long-hauler patients. This financing adds to previous transactions totaling $12 million since late 2020. The company aims for accelerated conditional approval of crofelemer in the EU. The Dragon SPAC, targeting AIM Italia, will focus on Napo EU's projects, providing additional updates expected next week. Mytesi, approved by the FDA, serves as an anti-diarrheal for adults with HIV/AIDS.
Jaguar Health has launched the Napo EU website in Italy, providing resources on post-COVID-19 long-hauler syndrome, including gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea. The site links to relevant studies and aims to explore the conditional marketing authorization of crofelemer for inflammatory diarrhea in long-hauler patients in Europe. In a recent study, 30% of COVID-19 survivors reported ongoing symptoms, highlighting the potential market for Jaguar's Mytesi product. The company continues to advocate for its plant-based therapies targeting GI distress.
Jaguar Health (NASDAQ:JAGX) is advancing plans for an exclusive relationship with the Dragon SPAC, targeting the listing of its subsidiary, Napo EU, on AIM Italia. An MOU has been signed with Josh Mailman, the lead sponsor of Dragon SPAC, which will negotiate the merger with Napo EU. The company is also seeking conditional marketing authorization in Europe for crofelemer to treat inflammatory diarrhea, particularly among 'long-hauler' COVID-19 patients. A meeting with European regulatory authorities is scheduled for March 2021.
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