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RedHill Biopharma Ltd. (Nasdaq: RDHL) is a specialty biopharmaceutical company whose news flow centers on gastrointestinal diseases, infectious diseases and oncology. Company press releases furnished on Form 6-K highlight both commercial developments around its FDA-approved H. pylori therapy Talicia® and clinical and preclinical updates from its late-stage pipeline, including opaganib (ABC294640), RHB-102 (Bekinda®), RHB-204 and RHB-107 (upamostat).
Investors following RDHL news can expect regular updates on Talicia’s commercialization, such as U.S. co-commercialization with Cumberland Pharmaceuticals, ex-U.S. licensing deals in regions like the Middle East, and milestone and royalty payments from international launches. RedHill also issues news on Talicia’s clinical positioning, including its status as a first-line option in American College of Gastroenterology guidelines and its role as a low-dose rifabutin-based therapy designed to address H. pylori antibiotic resistance.
On the development side, RedHill’s news frequently covers pipeline data and regulatory plans. Examples include positive in vivo and clinical results for opaganib in oncology and viral indications, Phase 2 and Phase 3 outcomes for RHB-102 in gastroenteritis, gastritis and IBS-D, and plans for RHB-102 in GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist therapy-associated gastrointestinal side effects. Updates also describe RHB-107’s late-stage development in non-hospitalized symptomatic COVID-19 and RHB-204’s planned studies in Crohn’s disease and pulmonary nontuberculous mycobacteria disease.
RedHill’s news feed additionally reports on Nasdaq listing compliance matters, capital-raising activities, and legal proceedings, such as New York Supreme Court judgments and related enforcement steps in the Kukbo litigation. For readers tracking RDHL, this page aggregates these corporate, clinical, regulatory and legal announcements in one place, allowing a consolidated view of the company’s ongoing activities and disclosures.
RedHill Biopharma announced the granting of U.S. Patent No. 11,135,172 covering Talicia, its medicine for treating H. pylori infections, valid through 2034. This patent is the fifth listed in the FDA Orange Book for Talicia, which aims to combat the increasing resistance of H. pylori to traditional therapies. Talicia is an all-in-one capsule containing a proton pump inhibitor and two antibiotics, showing an 84% eradication rate in pivotal studies. H. pylori affects approximately 35% of the U.S. population, presenting a significant health risk.
RedHill Biopharma (Nasdaq: RDHL) announced the granting of U.S. Patent No. 11,135,172, which reinforces protection for Talicia, its FDA-approved treatment for H. pylori infection, extending patent life through 2034. This patent is part of an effort to bolster an international patent portfolio addressing antibiotic resistance concerns. Talicia, a fixed-dose capsule combining antibiotics and a proton pump inhibitor, showed an 84% eradication rate in pivotal studies. The company aims to list this patent in the FDA's Orange Book, enhancing Talicia's market exclusivity.
RedHill Biopharma announced that its drug Talicia® has been added to the Medi-Cal Contract Drug List without prior authorization requirements, effective October 1, 2021. This addition provides coverage for approximately two million patients in California, enhancing accessibility for H. pylori treatment. Talicia is the only FDA-approved rifabutin-based therapy for H. pylori infections, addressing the resistance seen with standard therapies. The drug offers an impressive 84% eradication rate in clinical trials, with strong market exclusivity until 2034.
RedHill Biopharma (Nasdaq: RDHL) announced that Medi-Cal, California's Medicaid program, added its drug Talicia® (omeprazole magnesium, amoxicillin, and rifabutin) to its Contract Drug List effective October 1, 2021. This change allows for easier access for approximately two million patients as no prior authorization is required for treatment of H. pylori infections. Talicia® is significant due to its effectiveness against antibiotic-resistant strains and has shown an 84% eradication rate in clinical trials. The drug holds U.S. market exclusivity until 2027 under its Qualified Infectious Disease Product designation.
RedHill Biopharma (Nasdaq: RDHL) reported positive findings from a Phase 2/3 study of its oral drug opaganib in hospitalized COVID-19 patients. The analysis showed a 62% reduction in mortality among those treated compared to the placebo group. Key outcomes included 77% of opaganib patients reaching room air by Day 14 and a median discharge time of 10 days versus 14 days for placebo, suggesting significant clinical benefits. The company plans to discuss these results with regulators to determine future steps for opaganib as a potential treatment for severe COVID-19.
RedHill Biopharma (Nasdaq: RDHL) announced a settlement and license agreement with Aurobindo Pharma regarding the patent litigation for Movantik® (naloxegol). The agreement prevents Aurobindo from selling a generic version in the U.S. until April 1, 2031, pending FDA approval. RedHill acquired global rights to Movantik from AstraZeneca in April 2020, excluding Europe and Canada. The settlement concludes all ongoing Hatch-Waxman patent litigations against ANDA filers prior to patent expiration.
RedHill Biopharma (Nasdaq: RDHL) has announced preliminary top-line data from its 475-patient Phase 2/3 study of opaganib in hospitalized patients with severe COVID-19 pneumonia. The study did not meet its primary endpoint, though trends indicated potential benefits of opaganib compared to placebo. Safety data showed good tolerability with a balance of adverse events. The findings suggest exploring opaganib's use in earlier disease stages. The company plans further discussions with regulators regarding next steps and ongoing studies.
RedHill Biopharma has received approval from the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) for a Phase 2/3 study of RHB-107 (upamostat), aimed at treating non-hospitalized symptomatic COVID-19 patients. This approval comes as the U.S. study expands its site locations to enhance patient recruitment. RHB-107, an oral antiviral targeting serine proteases, shows promise against emerging viral variants with prior studies demonstrating clinical safety. Concurrently, opaganib is being evaluated in a global Phase 2/3 trial for severe COVID-19.
RedHill Biopharma has received approval from the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) for its Phase 2/3 study of RHB-107 (upamostat), an oral treatment for symptomatic COVID-19 patients not requiring hospitalization. The study aims to assess the safety and efficacy of RHB-107, with expanded U.S. sites to boost patient recruitment. RHB-107 targets viral entry through human cell factors and shows promise against emerging variants. Concurrently, the company is awaiting top-line results from its opaganib study for severe COVID-19 cases.
RedHill Biopharma (Nasdaq: RDHL) announced promising results from a preclinical study demonstrating that opaganib (ABC294640) significantly decreases renal fibrosis in a model of kidney damage. This condition, which can lead to acute renal failure, poses risks especially for COVID-19 patients. The study highlights opaganib's potential as a therapeutic option for chronic kidney disease and acute kidney injury associated with COVID-19, potentially benefiting millions of patients. Key upcoming data from the global Phase 2/3 study will further evaluate its effectiveness in hospitalized COVID-19 patients.