Adial Pharma's Subsidiary Shows Encouraging Preclinical Action For Inflammatory Bowel Disease Candidate

  • Adial Pharmaceuticals Inc's ADIL subsidiary Purnovate Inc achieved positive in-vivo data from its study with mice treated with Purnovate's PNV-6005 as a potential treatment for inflammatory bowel diseases.
  • PNV-6005 is a selective adenosine 2A receptor agonist designed to have anti-inflammatory properties and protective effects against colitis and other inflammatory bowel diseases. 
  • In the study, PNV-6005 demonstrated a statistically significant effect against both primary study endpoints, which are preclinical endpoints expected to indicate potential efficacy against ulcerative colitis in humans. 
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  • PNV-6005 significantly prevented weight loss compared to the control group, colon damage, and a decrease in inflammation.
  • Dr. Ernst stated, "We are encouraged by these results, which demonstrate both in-vivo efficacy and the ability of Purnovate's adenosine compounds to address the historical challenges of solubility and biodistribution effectively. 
  • "We look forward to further advancing this research in ulcerative colitis as well as broader IBD indications and other inflammatory conditions," he added.
  • Price Action: ADIL shares are up 1.84% at $0.52 on the last check Tuesday.
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