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Nektar corrects REZPEG Phase 1b data; atopic dermatitis EASI-75 rate now 41% vs 29% reported by Lilly
NEKTAR THERAPEUTICS
- Highest REZPEG dose (24 µg/kg) in atopic dermatitis achieved 83% mean EASI improvement (p=0.002 vs placebo).
- EASI-75 response rate corrected from previously reported 29% to 41% (NRI) and 58% as observed.
- Psoriasis data also corrected: PASI-50 rate rose to 32% (NRI) and PASI-75 to 21% (NRI); p-values remained non-significant.
- Errors discovered after Lilly returned rights; independent statistical firm reanalyzed raw data.
- Nektar plans to start Phase 2b study in moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis in October 2023.