Nrx Pharmaceuticals Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

NRx Pharmaceuticals has initiated a Phase 3 trial for NRX-101, targeting Severe Bipolar Depression with Acute Suicidal Ideation/Behavior (SBD-ASIB). The trial has received Breakthrough Therapy Designation and a Special Protocol Assessment from the FDA, aimed at expediting its development. The first clinical site has been contracted, with patient dosing expected in early 2023. NRx aims to replicate the positive risk/benefit seen in previous trials, as the company addresses a significant unmet medical need in treating this critical condition.

NRx Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: NRXP) announced Dr. Carrie M. Carretta as the new Senior Vice President of Clinical Development and Medical Affairs. Dr. Carretta, an accomplished leader with extensive experience in clinical development and psychiatric care, is expected to drive the company’s mission to advance its lead drug candidate, NRX-101, aimed at treating suicidal depression and PTSD. The company is currently investigating NRX-101 in a Phase 3 trial with FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation due to promising results in earlier studies.

NRx Pharmaceuticals has regained compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement, as confirmed by a notice received on December 1, 2022. The company maintained a closing bid price above $1.00 per share for 10 consecutive business days from November 16 to November 30, 2022. This compliance is crucial for NRx Pharmaceuticals as it ensures continued listing on the Nasdaq exchange, potentially boosting investor confidence and stabilizing stock performance.

NRx Pharmaceuticals announced progress in its clinical development plans for NRX-101, a drug targeting bipolar depression and PTSD. The company has submitted a new manufacturing file to the FDA and is set to initiate a registrational Phase 3 trial for NRX-101 by year-end 2022. It reported an net loss of $9.1 million for Q3 2022, down from $37 million the previous year, with cash reserves of $18.2 million. Partnering inquiries for NRX-101 have increased, indicating potential interest in the drug.

Relief Therapeutics Holding SA and NRx Pharmaceuticals have reached settlement agreements to resolve litigation. Within the next 30 days, NRx will transfer assets used in aviptadil development to Relief. Relief will gain exclusive rights to develop and commercialize aviptadil while continuing the Right to Try Program for two years. They will pay NRx milestone payments for successful product approvals and royalties up to $30 million based on sales. NRx will refrain from future competition in aviptadil development. The success of aviptadil commercialization is uncertain.

NRx Pharmaceuticals announced that it will report its third quarter 2022 financial results on November 14, 2022, before the market opens. A conference call and webcast will take place at 8:00 AM ET on the same day to discuss the results and provide updates on clinical and corporate matters. Interested participants can access the call via telephone or through a live webcast on the company's website. The company is known for its lead program, NRX-101, which targets bipolar depression and has received regulatory designations aimed at expediting its development.

NRx Pharmaceuticals has transitioned to U.S.-based manufacturing for its investigational drug NRX-101, targeting suicidal bipolar depression. The FDA has received updated manufacturing files, facilitating an upcoming Phase 3 trial aimed at patients with acute suicidal ideation. The drug, a combination of D-cycloserine and lurasidone, has been shown to significantly reduce both depression and suicidality in previous trials. This new capability could expedite the drug's market launch while addressing a critical unmet need in mental health care.

NRx Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: NRXP) has secured approximately $11 million in unsecured debt financing from Streeterville Capital, aimed to boost the development of its lead drug NRX-101 for treating suicidal bipolar depression and PTSD. With about $10 million earmarked for these programs, the funds will also support corporate operations. The financing comes with a 9% interest rate and a maturity of 18 months. The company is optimistic about the potential of NRX-101, especially after achieving FDA milestones including Breakthrough Therapy Designation.

NRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: NRXP) announced that CEO Stephen Willard and executives will provide a corporate update at the H.C. Wainwright 24th Annual Global Investment Conference on September 14, 2022, at 9:00 AM ET. This presentation will cover the company’s progress, particularly focusing on NRX-101, a novel treatment for severe bipolar depression. NRX-101 has received FDA Breakthrough Therapy designation and is expected to begin its registration trial in Q4 2022. The event is accessible via webcast with a replay available for 30 days.