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BOSTON and LONDON, Oct. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: RYTM) and Axovia Therapeutics Ltd. today announced a joint research collaboration designed to advance the understanding of Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS). “We believe there is a significant need and opportunity with the growing awareness of BBS to better understand the disease and its epidemiology,” said Prof. Phil Beales, Axovia Therapeutics’ Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder. “At Axovia, we are utilizing gene therapy to address the loss of sight and obesity experienced by patients with BBS, and we are pleased to be collaborating with Rhythm, a global company that has pioneered research in the melanocortin-4 receptor pathway and developed the first and only commercially available drug to help treat hyperphagia and severe obesity in patients living with BBS. Rhythm and Axovia Therapeutics are natural collaborators in such an effort.” “Prof. Beales is a leading expert on BBS and was involved in creating the original diagnostic criteria for patients living with this disease,” said David Meeker, M.D., Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President of Rhythm. “We are excited to work together with Axovia Therapeutics to advance our shared understanding of the disease and pool the knowledge we have gained from our respective screening efforts with the goal of further improving the lives of patients and their families living with BBS.” About Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS)BBS is a rare autosomal recessive ciliopathy that presents with a variety of signs and symptoms that evolve over time including visual impairment, renal disease, polydactyly, genital abnormalities, cognitive impairment, hyperphagia and early-onset, severe obesity arising from impairment of the hypothalamic MC4R pathway. In the United States, BBS affects approximately 4,000 to 5,000 individuals with similar prevalence in Europe. About Axovia TherapeuticsAxovia Therapeutics is leading the development of therapies that address the genetic causes of blindness and obesity which are driven by ciliopathies. Ciliopathies are a group of more than 50 inherited genetic diseases linked to more than 950 genes that impact the function of cilia which are critical for protein transport and cellular signaling. The company is positioned to initiate clinical studies for its lead program for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (BBS), AXV-101, in mid-2025 based on robust preclinical data, scaled manufacturing and established patient registries. The initial subretinal study is designed to halt photoreceptor cell death and retinal degeneration and the CNS delivery program, which will begin in 2026, will seek to address hyperphagia and obesity. AXV-101 has achieved U.S. Food and Drug Administration Orphan Drug Designation and Rare Pediatric Disease Designation. Axovia was formed following decades of work on ciliopathies at University College London by co-founders Professor Phil Beales and Dr. Victor Hernandez. About Rhythm PharmaceuticalsRhythm is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the lives of patients living with rare neuroendocrine diseases. Rhythm’s lead asset, IMCIVREE® (setmelanotide), an MC4R agonist designed to treat hyperphagia and severe obesity, is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for chronic weight management in adult and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with monogenic or syndromic obesity due to pro-opiomelanocortin (POMC), proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 1 (PCSK1) or leptin receptor (LEPR) deficiency confirmed by genetic testing, or patients with a clinical diagnosis of Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS). Both the European Commission (EC) and the UK’s Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have authorized setmelanotide for the treatment of obesity and the control of hunger associated with genetically confirmed BBS or genetically confirmed loss-of-function biallelic POMC, including PCSK1, deficiency or biallelic LEPR deficiency in adults and children 6 years of age and above. The EC has also authorized setmelanotide for control of hunger and treatment of obesity in children as young as 2 years old, living with BBS or POMC, PCSK1, or LEPR deficiency. Additionally, Rhythm is advancing a broad clinical development program for setmelanotide in other rare diseases, as well as investigational MC4R agonists LB54640 and RM-718, and a preclinical suite of small molecules for the treatment of congenital hyperinsulinism. Rhythm’s headquarters is in Boston, MA. Setmelanotide IndicationIn the United States, setmelanotide is indicated for chronic weight management in adult and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with monogenic or syndromic obesity due to POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR deficiency as determined by an FDA-approved test demonstrating variants in POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR genes that are interpreted as pathogenic, likely pathogenic, or of uncertain significance (VUS) or BBS. In the European Union, setmelanotide is indicated for the treatment of obesity and the control of hunger associated with genetically confirmed BBS or loss-of-function biallelic POMC, including PCSK1, deficiency or biallelic LEPR deficiency in adults and children 6 years of age and above. In Europe, setmelanotide should be prescribed and supervised by a physician with expertise in obesity with underlying genetic etiology. Limitations of Use Setmelanotide is not indicated for the treatment of patients with the following conditions as setmelanotide would not be expected to be effective: Obesity due to suspected POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR deficiency with POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR variants classified as benign or likely benign.Other types of obesity not related to POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR deficiency, or BBS, including obesity associated with other genetic syndromes and general (polygenic) obesity. Contraindication Prior serious hypersensitivity to setmelanotide or any of the excipients in IMCIVREE. Serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) have been reported. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Skin Pigmentation and Darkening of Pre-Existing Nevi: Generalized increased skin pigmentation and darkening of pre-existing nevi have occurred because of its pharmacologic effect. Full body skin examinations prior to initiation and periodically during treatment should be conducted to monitor pre-existing and new pigmentary lesions. Heart rate and blood pressure monitoring: In Europe, heart rate and blood pressure should be monitored as part of standard clinical practice at each medical visit (at least every 6 months) for patients treated with setmelanotide. Disturbance in Sexual Arousal: Spontaneous penile erections in males and sexual adverse reactions in females have occurred. Patients who have an erection lasting longer than 4 hours should seek emergency medical attention. Depression and Suicidal Ideation: Depression and suicidal ideation have occurred. Patients should be monitored for new onset or worsening depression or suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Consideration should be given to discontinuing setmelanotide if patients experience suicidal thoughts or behaviors, or clinically significant or persistent depression symptoms occur. Hypersensitivity Reactions: Serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) have been reported. If suspected, advise patients to promptly seek medical attention and discontinue setmelanotide. Pediatric Population: The prescribing physician should periodically assess response to setmelanotide therapy. In growing children, the impact of weight loss on growth and maturation should be evaluated. In Europe, the prescribing physician should monitor growth (height and weight) using age- and sex-appropriate growth curves. Risk of Serious Adverse Reactions Due to Benzyl Alcohol Preservative in Neonates and Low Birth Weight Infants: Setmelanotide is not approved for use in neonates or infants. Serious and fatal adverse reactions including “gasping syndrome” can occur in neonates and low birth weight infants treated with benzyl alcohol-preserved drugs. ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥20%) included skin hyperpigmentation, injection site reactions, nausea, headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, depression, and spontaneous penile erection. USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Lactation: Not recommended when breastfeeding. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Rhythm Pharmaceuticals at +1 (833) 789-6337 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. See section 4.8 of the Summary of Product Characteristics for information on reporting suspected adverse reactions in Europe. Please see the full U.S. Prescribing Information and EU Summary of Product Characteristics for additional Important Safety Information. Forward-looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including without limitation statements regarding the potential, safety, efficacy, and regulatory and clinical progress, potential regulatory submissions, approvals and timing thereof of setmelanotide and our other product candidates, and our business strategy and plans, the potential benefits of a joint research collaboration between Rhythm and Axovia Therapeutics, and the potential of Rhythm’s and Axovia Therapeutics’ drug candidates to provide treatment options for patients with BBS. Statements using words such as “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “may”, “will” and similar terms are also forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, our ability to enroll patients in clinical trials, the design and outcome of clinical trials, the impact of competition, the ability to achieve or obtain necessary regulatory approvals, risks associated with data analysis and reporting, our ability to successfully commercialize setmelanotide, our liquidity and expenses, our ability to retain our key employees and consultants, and to attract, retain and motivate qualified personnel, and general economic conditions, and the other important factors discussed under the caption “Risk Factors” in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligations to make any revisions to the forward-looking statements contained in this release or to update them to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this release, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. Rhythm Contacts: Corporate:David ConnollyHead of Investor Relations and Corporate CommunicationsRhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc.857-264-4280dconnolly@rhythmtx.com Media:Sheryl SeapyReal Chemistry(949) 903-4750sseapy@realchemistry.com Axovia Contact:Professor Phil BealesChief Executive Officerinvestors@axovia.com

BOSTON, Oct. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: RYTM), a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on transforming the lives of patients living with rare neuroendocrine diseases, today announced that on October 4, 2024, the Compensation & Management Development Committee of Rhythm’s Board of Directors granted inducement restricted stock units, or RSUs, covering an aggregate of 30,050 shares of its common stock to nine new employees. These inducement RSUs are subject to the terms of the Rhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 2022 Employment Inducement Plan (the "Inducement Plan"). The Inducement Plan is used exclusively for the grant of equity awards to individuals as an inducement material to the employees entering into employment with Rhythm pursuant to Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The Inducement Plan was adopted by Rhythm’s Board of Directors on February 9, 2022. The RSUs vest over four years, with 25% of the shares vesting on each anniversary of the applicable date of hire, subject to each such employee’s continued employment on each vesting date. About Rhythm PharmaceuticalsRhythm is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the lives of patients living with rare neuroendocrine diseases. Rhythm’s lead asset, IMCIVREE® (setmelanotide), an MC4R agonist designed to treat hyperphagia and severe obesity, is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for chronic weight management in adult and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with monogenic or syndromic obesity due to pro-opiomelanocortin (POMC), proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 1 (PCSK1) or leptin receptor (LEPR) deficiency confirmed by genetic testing, or patients with a clinical diagnosis of Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS). Both the European Commission (EC) and the UK’s Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have authorized setmelanotide for the treatment of obesity and the control of hunger associated with genetically confirmed BBS or genetically confirmed loss-of-function biallelic POMC, including PCSK1, deficiency or biallelic LEPR deficiency in adults and children 6 years of age and above. The EC has also authorized setmelanotide for control of hunger and treatment of obesity in children as young as 2 years old, living with BBS or POMC, PCSK1, or LEPR deficiency. Additionally, Rhythm is advancing a broad clinical development program for setmelanotide in other rare diseases, as well as investigational MC4R agonists LB54640 and RM-718, and a preclinical suite of small molecules for the treatment of congenital hyperinsulinism. Rhythm’s headquarters is in Boston, MA. Setmelanotide IndicationIn the United States, setmelanotide is indicated for chronic weight management in adult and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older with monogenic or syndromic obesity due to POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR deficiency as determined by an FDA-approved test demonstrating variants in POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR genes that are interpreted as pathogenic, likely pathogenic, or of uncertain significance (VUS) or BBS. In the European Union, setmelanotide is indicated for the treatment of obesity and the control of hunger associated with genetically confirmed BBS or loss-of-function biallelic POMC, including PCSK1, deficiency or biallelic LEPR deficiency in adults and children 6 years of age and above. In Europe, setmelanotide should be prescribed and supervised by a physician with expertise in obesity with underlying genetic etiology. Limitations of Use Setmelanotide is not indicated for the treatment of patients with the following conditions as setmelanotide would not be expected to be effective: Obesity due to suspected POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR deficiency with POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR variants classified as benign or likely benign.Other types of obesity not related to POMC, PCSK1 or LEPR deficiency, or BBS, including obesity associated with other genetic syndromes and general (polygenic) obesity. Contraindication Prior serious hypersensitivity to setmelanotide or any of the excipients in IMCIVREE. Serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) have been reported. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Skin Pigmentation and Darkening of Pre-Existing Nevi: Generalized increased skin pigmentation and darkening of pre-existing nevi have occurred because of its pharmacologic effect. Full body skin examinations prior to initiation and periodically during treatment should be conducted to monitor pre-existing and new pigmentary lesions. Heart rate and blood pressure monitoring: In Europe, heart rate and blood pressure should be monitored as part of standard clinical practice at each medical visit (at least every 6 months) for patients treated with setmelanotide. Disturbance in Sexual Arousal: Spontaneous penile erections in males and sexual adverse reactions in females have occurred. Patients who have an erection lasting longer than 4 hours should seek emergency medical attention. Depression and Suicidal Ideation: Depression and suicidal ideation have occurred. Patients should be monitored for new onset or worsening depression or suicidal thoughts or behaviors. Consideration should be given to discontinuing setmelanotide if patients experience suicidal thoughts or behaviors, or clinically significant or persistent depression symptoms occur. Hypersensitivity Reactions: Serious hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., anaphylaxis) have been reported. If suspected, advise patients to promptly seek medical attention and discontinue setmelanotide. Pediatric Population: The prescribing physician should periodically assess response to setmelanotide therapy. In growing children, the impact of weight loss on growth and maturation should be evaluated. In Europe, the prescribing physician should monitor growth (height and weight) using age- and sex-appropriate growth curves. Risk of Serious Adverse Reactions Due to Benzyl Alcohol Preservative in Neonates and Low Birth Weight Infants: Setmelanotide is not approved for use in neonates or infants. Serious and fatal adverse reactions including “gasping syndrome” can occur in neonates and low birth weight infants treated with benzyl alcohol-preserved drugs. ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥20%) included skin hyperpigmentation, injection site reactions, nausea, headache, diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, depression, and spontaneous penile erection. USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS Lactation: Not recommended when breastfeeding. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Rhythm Pharmaceuticals at +1 (833) 789-6337 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. See section 4.8 of the Summary of Product Characteristics for information on reporting suspected adverse reactions in Europe. Please see the full U.S. Prescribing Information and EU Summary of Product Characteristics for additional Important Safety Information. Forward-looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including without limitation statements regarding the potential, safety, efficacy, and regulatory and clinical progress, potential regulatory submissions, approvals and timing thereof of setmelanotide and our other product candidates, and our business strategy and plans, and statements related to our inducement equity grants. Statements using words such as “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “may”, “will” and similar terms are also forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, our ability to enroll patients in clinical trials, the design and outcome of clinical trials, the impact of competition, the ability to achieve or obtain necessary regulatory approvals, risks associated with data analysis and reporting, our ability to successfully commercialize setmelanotide, our liquidity and expenses, our ability to retain our key employees and consultants, and to attract, retain and motivate qualified personnel, and general economic conditions, and the other important factors discussed under the caption “Risk Factors” in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended June 30, 2024 and our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligations to make any revisions to the forward-looking statements contained in this release or to update them to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this release, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. Corporate Contact:David ConnollyHead of Investor Relations and Corporate CommunicationsRhythm Pharmaceuticals, Inc.857-264-4280dconnolly@rhythmtx.com Media Contact:Sheryl SeapyReal Chemistry(949) 903-4750sseapy@realchemistry.com

注：本文不构成任何投资意见和建议，以官方/公司公告为准；本文仅作医疗健康相关药物介绍，非治疗方案推荐（若涉及），不代表平台立场。任何文章转载需要得到授权。 据全球临床试验收录网站和中国临床试验登记平台统计，8月共17款创新药进入III期阶段，其中6款来自国内药企。这些在研药物覆盖靶点不乏HER2、IL-4Rα、TYK2等成熟靶点，也包括GPR6和LEPR这类还在探索成药性的靶点。本文筛选其中3款国内药企重点产品加以介绍。 01 TQB2102；适应症：HER2低表达乳腺癌 TQB2102是正大天晴自主研发的一种靶向HER2两个非重叠表位ECD2及ECD4的ADC，由人源化HER2 IgG1双抗通过连接子与拓扑异构酶I抑制剂偶联而成。TQB2102静注入血后，抗体部分与HER2阳性肿瘤细胞表面ECD2、ECD4结合，ADC复合物经细胞内吞并转运到溶酶体，连接子经酶切后释放出小分子药物，导致DNA损伤和细胞死亡。 截图来源：药融云全球药物研发数据库 目前，全球共37款临床在研HER2 ADC，其中3款为HER2双抗ADC，包括TQB2102、JSKN-003（康宁杰瑞）和KM501（康明百奥）。JSKN-003是最早进入III期阶段的HER2双抗ADC，其III期研究于2023年12月启动。 02 泰莱替尼；适应症：非小细胞肺癌 泰莱替尼（taletrectinib）是葆元医药与信达生物合作开发的一款ROS1/Trk抑制剂，已于2023年11月凭借II期TRUST-II研究的积极结果申报上市。TRUST-II研究结果显示，在初治ROS1阳性NSCLC患者（n=25）中，经确认的客观缓解率（cORR，标准为肿瘤体积缩小）达到了92%；在既往接受过1种ROS1-TKI抑制剂治疗的ROS1阳性NSCLC患者（n=21）中，cORR为57%。 截图来源：药融云全球药物研发数据库 此外，泰莱替尼对存在脑转移的患者（n=8）也有效，cORR为62.5%。初治患者的无进展生存期（PFS）尚未达到，经治患者的PFS约为11.7个月。泰莱替尼的总体耐受性良好，安全性与既往研究一致。最常见的治疗期间不良事件（TEAE）为肝酶升高和胃肠道相关不良事件，其中大多数为1级或2级。神经系统TEAE的发生率低，最常见的AE是头晕（13%），其中大部分是1级。ROS1基因重排是NSCLC的致癌驱动基因，发生于2%-3%的晚期NSCLC患者；NTRK基因融合是多种实体瘤的致癌驱动基因，发生于0.5%的多种晚期实体瘤患者。已上市的克唑替尼、恩曲替尼和恩莎替尼是此类患者的常用治疗选择。葆元医药在III期研究中也选择了克唑替尼作为泰莱替尼的挑战对象。 03 HRS-8427 ；复杂性尿路感染（包括急性肾盂肾炎） HRS-8427是头孢地尔衍生，是恒瑞抗感染领域的 1 类新药。该药进入 Ⅲ 期临床，单药用于治疗复杂性尿路感染。 截图来源：药融云全球药物研发数据库 HRS-8427通过抑制细胞壁的生物合成发挥抑菌杀菌作用，临床前显示其在多个标准菌株和临床分离菌株构建的小鼠感染模型中发挥抗菌药效，安全性良好。HRS-8427曾于2022年7月被批准针对尿路感染的临床试验，彼时恒瑞医药透露该产品的相关项目累计已投入研发费用约3307万元。 END 近期热门资源获取 后台回复关键词“报告”，获取数十篇药融云出品独家报告 后台回复关键词“2023首仿”，获取2023年首仿药物获批名单 后台回复“GLP-1深度报告”，获取完整《GLP-1产业现状与未来发展》PDF版。 后台回复“中国 I 类新药”，获取完整《中国 I 类新药靶点》PDF版。 后台回复“NAFLD/NASH”，获取完整《NAFLD/NASH报告》PDF版。 后台回复“AI+制药”，获取完整《中国AI制药企业白皮书》PDF版。 后台回复“XXG”，获取完整《中国心血管系统药物分析报告》PDF版。 后台回复“FZZJ”，获取完整《基于剂型改良的复杂注射剂分析》PDF版。 后台回复“药品进出口”，获取完整《中国药品进出口白皮书》深度报告-PDF版。 联系我们，体验药融云更多专业服务 会议 合作 园区 服务 数据库 咨询 定制 服务 媒体 合作 点击阅读原文，申请药融云企业版免费试用！