CorMedix Inc. Receives FDA Feedback on Potential Label Expansion
June 18 2024 - 8:00AM
CorMedix Inc. (Nasdaq: CRMD), a biopharmaceutical company focused
on developing and commercializing therapeutic products for
life-threatening diseases and conditions, today announced that the
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided feedback to
the Company’s request to discuss development plans for additional
indications for DefenCath. The FDA provided supportive feedback
regarding the Company’s plans to pursue an expanded indication in
adult Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) patients. CorMedix expects
to submit a complete clinical protocol to FDA in the 3rd quarter
with a goal of gaining further alignment and initiating the program
by the end of 2024. In addition, the FDA confirmed its requirement
that the Company conduct a study in pediatric hemodialysis (HD)
patients under the Pediatric Research Equity Act (PREA).
CorMedix intends to pursue the development of
DefenCath for the expanded indication of the prevention of Central
Line Associated Blood Stream Infections (CLABSI) in adult patients
receiving TPN through a central venous catheter. The Company
recently engaged an independent third party to conduct a TPN market
assessment, and based on their analysis, believes there is a
critical unmet medical need for DefenCath in this patient
population. The data estimates the rate of CLABSI in TPN patients
to be greater than 25%, and that the total addressable market for
DefenCath in TPN is driven by approximately 5 million infusions per
year. Patients receiving TPN that contract a CLABSI experience
materially higher rates of hospital admission and readmission, as
well as significant increases in patient mortality. CorMedix
intends to share additional data related to the TPN market
opportunity on the Company’s second quarter earnings call in
August.
Joseph Todisco, CorMedix CEO, commented, “I am
pleased with FDA’s feedback and am excited about the opportunity to
advance a development program for this highly vulnerable patient
population. Given the high rate of CLABSI in patients receiving
TPN, we have seen significant inbound interest for study
participation by clinical investigators. Provided we obtain FDA’s
concurrence on the final study protocol in a timely manner, we hope
to commence a TPN program before the end of 2024.”
DefenCath® (taurolidine and
heparin)IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
These highlights do not include all the information needed to
use DefenCath safely and effectively. See full prescribing
information for DefenCath.
LIMITED POPULATION: DefenCath is indicated to
reduce the incidence of catheter-related bloodstream infections
(CRBSI) in adult patients with kidney failure receiving chronic
hemodialysis (HD) through a central venous catheter (CVC). This
drug is indicated for use in a limited and specific population of
patients.
DefenCath is contraindicated and has warnings and precautions in
patients with:
- Known heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
(HIT).
- Known hypersensitivity to any drug products in
DefenCath, including taurolidine, heparin or the citrate excipient
or pork products.
If exposure to either of the above occurs, discontinue use of
DefenCath and institute appropriate supportive measures.
To report any safety concerns including suspected adverse
reactions, contact CorMedix Inc. at 1-888-424-6345 or FDA at
1-800-FDA-1088 or visit www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Please see the full Prescribing Information.
About CorMedixCorMedix Inc. is a
biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing
therapeutic products for the prevention and treatment of
life-threatening conditions and diseases. The Company is focused on
commercializing its lead product DefenCath®, which was approved by
the FDA on November 15, 2023 and launched in inpatient settings in
April 2024. CorMedix anticipates the commercial launch of DefenCath
in outpatient settings in July 2024. CorMedix also intends to
develop DefenCath as a catheter lock solution for use in other
patient populations. For more information visit:
www.cormedix.com.
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the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the
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are cautioned that actual results may differ materially from
projections or estimates due to a variety of important factors, and
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filings with the SEC, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K and
its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, copies of which are available
free of charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov or upon request
from CorMedix. CorMedix may not actually achieve the goals or plans
described in its forward-looking statements, and such
forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press
release. Investors should not place undue reliance on these
statements. CorMedix assumes no obligation and does not intend to
update these forward-looking statements, except as required by
law.
Investor Contact:Dan FerryManaging
DirectorLifeSci Advisors(617) 430-7576
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