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Tvardi Therapeutics' TTI-109 Phase 1 study confirms prodrug design, improved tolerability, and STAT3 target engagement
Tvardi Therapeutics, Inc.
- TTI-109 rapidly converted to TTI-101 within 2 hours, achieving equivalent plasma exposure at molar-equivalent doses.
- Diarrhea duration with TTI-109 was 0.46 days vs 3.35 days for TTI-101; similar to placebo.
- Pharmacodynamic data showed up to 60% reductions in STAT3-driven immune cell populations (Th17, Tfh, B cells).
- Company plans to advance TTI-109 into STAT3-driven dermatologic and GI diseases, subject to additional funding.
- No serious adverse events; one discontinuation due to transaminitis deemed unlikely related.