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BioCryst begins Phase 1 trial of BCX17725 (KLK5 inhibitor) for Netherton syndrome
BIOCRYST PHARMACEUTICALS INC
- First participant enrolled in Phase 1 trial of BCX17725, a KLK5 inhibitor for Netherton syndrome.
- Trial to evaluate safety, tolerability, PK and immunogenicity in healthy adults and Netherton patients.
- Initial data from the trial expected by end of 2025; no approved treatments currently exist for the disease.
- BCX17725 is BioCryst's first protein therapeutic to advance to the clinic.
- Netherton syndrome is an ultra-rare, life-threatening genetic disorder affecting skin, hair, and immune system.