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Alkermes' alixorexton meets dual primary endpoints in Phase 2 narcolepsy type 2 study
Alkermes plc.
- Alixorexton (10, 14, 18 mg) showed statistically significant improvements vs placebo on MWT and ESS at week 8.
- 14 mg and 18 mg doses achieved statistical significance on MWT (p<0.05); 18 mg dose on ESS (p<0.05).
- Drug was generally well tolerated; most common TEAEs were pollakiuria, insomnia, urinary urgency, dizziness, headache.
- No serious TEAEs, no safety signals in hepatic, renal, vitals, ECGs, or ophthalmic exams.
- Phase 3 program for narcolepsy type 1 and type 2 expected to initiate in Q1 2026.