PaxMedica (NASDAQ: PXMD), a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing treatments for neurological disorders, today announced that the first patient suffering from the potentially fatal parasitic infection known as Human Africa Trypanosomiasis Brucei Rhodesiense (“HAT”) in Malawi had been treated with PAX-101, an intravenous form of Suramin. The announcement noted that the Malawi Ministry of Health has informed PaxMedica that, following the treatment, the patient is recovering at home. The Rhodesiense strain of HAT is nearly 100% fatal if not treated promptly, and Suramin is considered the standard of care in Malawi and many East African countries.
“The first use of PAX-101 to treat a critically ill patient with Stage 1 HAT infection is an important milestone for the company following years of investment in the formulation and commercial scale-up of Suramin, the active pharmaceutical ingredient of PAX-101, with the company’s supply chain partners. We were contacted by the government of Malawi after sustained shortages of IV Suramin in the region in the past year, and we could not ignore their pleas for help. Responding to this extraordinary request demonstrates our commitment to provide this essential medicine to some of the world’s most vulnerable people,” said Howard Weisman, CEO of PaxMedica.
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About PaxMedica Inc.
PaxMedica is a forward-looking clinical-stage biopharmaceutical firm specializing in cutting-edge anti-purinergic drug therapies (“APT”) aimed at addressing a range of challenging neurologic disorders. Its comprehensive portfolio encompasses a spectrum of conditions, including neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder (“ASD”), as well as other critical areas within the neurology field. The company also intends to provide the rest of the world with an additional, reliable source of Suramin, the accepted standard of care for stage 1 Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense. PaxMedica is dedicated to the continuous development and evaluation of its pioneering program, PAX-101, an intravenous suramin formulation that lies at the heart of its efforts, particularly focused on innovative ASD treatment solutions. The company’s ongoing research initiatives not only prioritize the needs of ASD patients but also extend to exploring potential therapeutic applications for related conditions. To learn more about PaxMedica and its transformative work, visit www.PaxMedica.com.
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