Lexaria Bioscien Stock Price, News & Analysis

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (LEXXW, LEXX) has entered into a significant licensing agreement with Premier Wellness Science Co., Ltd. to utilize its DehydraTECH technology in the Japanese non-pharmaceutical market. Premier will make minimum payments of US$4,527,500 over five years to retain exclusivity, along with receiving royalty revenue from product sales. This partnership aims to address the booming Japanese CBD market, projected to exceed US$35 billion annually. Premier's parent company reported US$187 million in revenue for the first three quarters of 2021, signaling robust market potential.

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. announced the licensing of its DehydraTECH technology to Valcon Medical A/S, a European contract manufacturing organization. This license targets medical cannabis applications in the EU and UK. Lexaria is set to receive milestone fees and royalties from product sales, optimizing revenue potential as Valcon manufactures various cannabis products. Valcon's GMP certification enhances their credibility in the market. This collaboration aims to capitalize on the growing demand for effective medical cannabis solutions.

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. held its 2022 Annual Meeting on May 31, with 49.2% of shares represented. Key voting results included:

• Chris Bunka elected with 97.15% approval
• John Docherty elected with 87.25% approval
• Nicholas Baxter elected with 84.5% approval
• Ted McKechnie elected with 96.1% approval
• Albert Reese Jr. elected with 96.56% approval
• Davidson & Company LLP appointed as auditors with 98.77% approval
• Non-binding compensation approval for executives at 93.52%
• Directors' past actions ratified at 91.1%

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ:LEXX, LEXXW) announced the receipt of its 25th patent for its DehydraTECH technology, specifically aimed at enhancing the delivery of antiviral drugs. The patent, No. 11,311,559, will be issued on April 26, 2022, validating the effectiveness of DehydraTECH in improving bioavailability. Studies show that antiviral drugs processed with this technology achieve peak blood concentrations double that of standard drugs. This patent reinforces Lexaria's commitment to innovation in drug delivery and enhances its patent portfolio across various countries.

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ:LEXX, LEXXW) has initiated a multi-week human clinical study, HYPER-H21-4, aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of DehydraTECH-CBD for reducing blood pressure and other clinical benefits. This randomized, double-blind study involves 60 participants and is designed to bolster Lexaria's chances for an Investigational New Drug application with the FDA. Preliminary results show no serious adverse events, indicating good tolerance of DehydraTECH-CBD. The hypertension market, valued at $28 billion, presents a significant opportunity for Lexaria's innovative treatment.

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. announced positive results from its pulmonary hypertension clinical study, HYPER-H21-3, showing DehydraTECH-CBD significantly reduced pulmonary artery systolic pressure (PASP) in male participants. The treatment demonstrated a 41% overall reduction in PASP (p=0.045) during hypoxic conditions, supporting further research efforts. Lexaria intends to utilize these findings to seek FDA approval for formal clinical testing in hypertension management. The global hypertension market, valued at $28 billion, presents a significant opportunity for DehydraTECH-CBD as a potential treatment option.

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (NASDAQ:LEXX, LEXXW) announced a new human nicotine study, NIC-H22-1, set to commence this summer, involving a minimum of 36 participants. The double-blinded study aims to compare the performance of Lexaria's DehydraTECH-nicotine pouches against leading brands like ON! and Zyn, with a focus on pharmacokinetic data and subjective user experiences. Lexaria previously noted success in animal studies, showing a significant increase in nicotine absorption speed. The oral nicotine pouch market is projected to grow significantly, reaching $21.84 billion by 2027.

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (Nasdaq:LEXX, LEXXW) has entered into agreements with Altria to provide DehydraTECH powder-based nicotine formulations for evaluation. These agreements will be effective until March 31, 2023. Lexaria's DehydraTECH technology enhances the bio-absorption of active pharmaceutical ingredients, improving oral delivery by 5-10 times and reducing onset times from 1-2 hours to minutes. The company holds 24 patents and has over 50 pending worldwide. For further details, visit Lexaria's website.

Lexaria Bioscience Corp. (Nasdaq:LEXX, LEXXW) has launched its epilepsy research program, EPIL-A21-1, which will evaluate the effectiveness of DehydraTECH-CBD against Epidiolex, the first FDA-approved CBD treatment for seizures. The necessary test articles have been prepared and delivered to a third-party lab for dosing. Research phases will include acute and chronic seizure models, starting in May/June, with results expected by Q3 2022. The program is fully funded through existing resources, underscoring Lexaria's commitment to advancing its drug delivery technology.