regulatory
confidence high
sentiment positive
materiality 0.75
Galectin reaches FDA agreement on Phase 3 endpoint for belapectin in MASH cirrhosis
GALECTIN THERAPEUTICS INC
- FDA agreed on primary endpoint: composite liver outcome including prevention of large esophageal varices (>5 mm).
- Company to submit Phase 3 protocol in Q3 2026; plans to evaluate single 2 mg dose of belapectin.
- Galectin actively exploring strategic and financial partnerships to support development and commercialization.
- FDA acknowledged substantial unmet medical need in MASH cirrhosis patients with portal hypertension.
- Company expects Phase 3 trial size comparable to NAVIGATE trial (global Phase 2b/3).