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0:00 Introduction
0:08 Neurocrine Biosciences initiates Phase 2 study for NBI-1065890 in tardive dyskinesia
0:50 BioNxt Solutions reports 40% higher cladribine delivery in preclinical MS study
1:22 Updates on Plus Therapeutics’ REYOBIQ™ and CNSide® commercialization
1:53 Sanofi’s Venglustat meets primary endpoints for Type 3 Gaucher disease
2:26 FDA accepts Otsuka’s Centanafadine NDA for ADHD, PDUFA set for July 24, 2026
2:54 AbbVie launches Love in Mind™ to highlight migraine’s emotional impact on relationships
3:21 Lundbeck presents new real-world data showing Vyepti® benefits for migraine patients
3:53 Teva & Novartis announce partnership to relaunch Mayzent® for MS in Canada
4:21 How to reach us
Transcript
Welcome to the latest edition of Neuroscience Updates, covering breakthroughs in the past two weeks. Brought to you by LucidQuest.
Neurocrine Biosciences has initiated a Phase 2 clinical trial to evaluate NBI-1065890 for the treatment of tardive dyskinesia, a neurological disorder commonly caused by long-term antipsychotic medication. The trial will assess the efficacy and safety of NBI-1065890, a next-generation VMAT2 inhibitor. If successful, this treatment could provide new hope for patients suffering from tardive dyskinesia, building on the success of Neurocrine’s previous VMAT2 inhibitor, valbenazine.
BioNxt Solutions has reported a 40% higher delivery of cladribine in a preclinical study involving multiple sclerosis. Their sublingual formulation, delivered as an oral dissolvable film, showed significantly improved systemic drug exposure compared to the conventional oral tablets. This enhanced delivery method could potentially lead to improved treatment outcomes and better tolerability for MS patients, offering them more flexibility in dosing.
Plus Therapeutics has provided an update on its clinical programs for REYOBIQ™ and CNSide®, both of which focus on treating central nervous system cancers. The company plans to optimize the dosing regimen for REYOBIQ™ and expand the availability of CNSide® to cover 150 million lives. These efforts could lead to increased access to critical diagnostic support for CNS cancers, significantly impacting patient care.
Sanofi has announced that its treatment, Venglustat, has met all primary endpoints in a Phase 3 trial for Type 3 Gaucher disease. The results show that Venglustat outperformed enzyme replacement therapy in improving the neurological symptoms associated with this rare disease. If approved, Venglustat could become the first treatment to address the neurological aspects of Type 3 Gaucher disease, marking a significant breakthrough in the treatment of this rare condition.
Otsuka has received FDA acceptance for the New Drug Application (NDA) for Centanafadine, a novel treatment for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The FDA has set a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) date for July 24, 2026. If approved, Centanafadine will offer a new, first-in-class treatment option for ADHD, providing more therapeutic choices for patients suffering from this prevalent disorder.
AbbVie has launched Love in Mind™, a new initiative aimed at addressing the emotional impact of migraines on romantic relationships. A new survey highlights how migraines can disrupt intimacy and emotional well-being in relationships. By raising awareness of this issue, AbbVie hopes to foster open conversations and encourage more comprehensive care for patients suffering from migraines.
Lundbeck has presented new real-world data from the INFUSE study, which demonstrates the benefits of Vyepti® (eptinezumab) for chronic migraine patients. The study found that 75.7% of participants reported a significant improvement in migraine symptoms after two infusions of Vyepti®. This data suggests that Vyepti® could become an important treatment option for chronic migraine sufferers, especially those who have not responded well to other therapies.
Teva and Novartis have partnered to relaunch Mayzent® for patients with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis in Canada. Under this partnership, Teva will handle the commercialization of Mayzent® in Canada, expanding its availability to MS patients. This collaboration is set to improve access to this crucial treatment for secondary progressive MS patients, a group that has limited therapeutic options.
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Why it Matters
- Neurocrine’s Phase 2 study could offer new options for tardive dyskinesia treatment, impacting thousands of patients with this movement disorder.
- BioNxt’s delivery platform may change how MS patients receive cladribine, making treatment easier and potentially more effective.
- Plus Therapeutics continues to make strides in CNS cancer diagnostics and treatments, with REYOBIQ™ offering potential new hope for these patients.
- Sanofi’s breakthrough in treating Type 3 Gaucher disease could offer significant improvements for patients suffering from this rare genetic disorder.
- Otsuka’s Centanafadine could be a game-changer for ADHD management, especially in adults who may have unmet needs.
- AbbVie’s initiative brings awareness to the emotional toll of migraines, paving the way for a more holistic treatment approach.
- Lundbeck’s Vyepti® data strengthens its role as a key treatment for patients with chronic migraines.
- Teva & Novartis’ partnership ensures continued access to Mayzent® in Canada, helping SPMS patients manage their disease more effectively.
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FAQ
What is NBI-1065890 being tested for?
It’s an investigational drug for the treatment of tardive dyskinesia, currently in a Phase 2 study [1].
How does BioNxt’s cladribine ODF compare to tablets?
The sublingual formulation delivers 40% more drug exposure than traditional oral tablets [2].
What is REYOBIQ™?
It’s a radiopharmaceutical for CNS cancers being developed by Plus Therapeutics, with ongoing trials [3].
What did Sanofi’s Phase 3 study of venglustat show?
It demonstrated significant improvements in neurological symptoms of Type 3 Gaucher disease [4].
When will Centanafadine be reviewed by the FDA?
The target action date is July 24, 2026 [5].
What is AbbVie’s Love in Mind™ initiative?
It raises awareness about the emotional impact of migraines on romantic relationships [6].
What improvements were seen with Vyepti® in Lundbeck’s study?
75.7% of patients reported improvement in migraine status after two infusions [7].
What does the Teva-Novartis partnership mean for Canadian MS patients?
It expands access to Mayzent® for secondary progressive MS patients in Canada [8].
Entities / Keywords
Neurocrine Biosciences; NBI-1065890; tardive dyskinesia; VMAT2 inhibitors
BioNxt; cladribine; multiple sclerosis; sublingual delivery
Plus Therapeutics; REYOBIQ™; CNS cancers; CNSide®
Sanofi; venglustat; Type 3 Gaucher disease
Otsuka; Centanafadine; ADHD
AbbVie; Love in Mind™; migraine
Lundbeck; Vyepti®; migraine; INFUSE study
Teva; Novartis; Mayzent®; multiple sclerosis
References
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/neurocrine-biosciences-initiates-phase-2-clinical-study-evaluating-nbi-1065890-in-adults-with-tardive-dyskinesia-302669338.html
https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/healthcare-and-pharmaceutical/bionxt-reports-final-preclinical-results-demonstrating-approximately-1129562
https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/01/22/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/plus-therapeutics-provides-business-update-on-reyobiq-clinical-program-and-us-cnside-commercialization/2263510
https://www.sanofi.com/en/media-room/press-releases/2026/2026-02-02-06-00-00-3229947
https://www.otsuka.co.jp/en/company/newsreleases/2026/20260127_1.html
https://news.abbvie.com/2026-01-29-AbbVie-Launches-Love-in-Mind-TM-to-Spotlight-the-Emotional-Impact-of-Migraine-on-Romantic-Relationships
https://news.cision.com/h–lundbeck-a-s/r/lundbeck-presents-new-real-world-data-highlighting-meaningful-improvements-in-patients-severely-impa,c4298837
https://www.biospace.com/press-releases/teva-canada-announces-strategic-partnership-with-novartis-canada-to-relaunch-mayzent-for-multiple-sclerosis-patients-in-canada