Guangzhou,
China – July 2025 – Bio-Thera Solutions, Inc. (688177:SH), a commercial-stage
biopharmaceutical company developing a pipeline of innovative therapies and
biosimilars, today announced that the Independent Data Monitoring Committee
(IDMC) has recommended early study termination for the pivotal Phase II/III
trial of BAT4406F in
neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) based on positive interim
analysis results. Following this recommendation, Bio-Thera has decided to close
patient enrollment ahead of schedule. BAT4406F is an ADCC-enhanced, fully
humanized anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody developed by Bio-Thera.
The
randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase II/III clinical trial, led
by Professor Chen Xiangjun of Huashan
Hospital, Fudan University (China), is being conducted across 45 sites in China. Following a formal review of interim data, the IDMC
concluded that BAT4406F demonstrated
statistically significant efficacy, meeting the pre-defined superiority criteria, and recommended early
trial termination due to compelling efficacy. Based on this recommendation,
Bio-Thera has decided to close enrollment ahead of schedule and begin
preparation to file for regulatory approval from NMPA. In addition, Bio-Thera
intends to explore the safety and efficacy of BAT4406F in other indications.
Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is a rare,
severe autoimmune disease characterized by high relapse rates and progressive
disability. The condition primarily attacks the optic nerves and spinal cord,
leading to devastating clinical outcomes: Optic neuritis (ON) causes rapid
vision loss, visual field deficits, and potential permanent blindness.
Transverse myelitis results in paralysis, sensory deficits, and bowel or
bladder dysfunction. NMOSD was included in China's First National Rare Disease
Catalog by the National Health Commission in 2018 due to the significant
disease burden that patients experience.
Current treatment options remain limited, creating
substantial unmet medical needs for this debilitating neurological disorder.
The development of novel NMOSD therapies remains a critical unmet medical need.
BAT4406F has demonstrated statistically significant efficacy in its pivotal
trial, achieving pre-specified superiority endpoints while maintaining a
favorable safety profile.
About Bio-Thera Solutions
Bio-Thera
Solutions, Ltd., a leading innovative, global biopharmaceutical company
in Guangzhou, China, is dedicated to researching and developing novel
therapeutics for the treatment of cancer, autoimmune, cardiovascular, eye
diseases, and other severe unmet medical needs, as well as biosimilars for
existing, branded biologics to treat a range of cancer and autoimmune diseases.
As a leader in next generation antibody discovery and engineering, the company
has advanced multiple candidates into late-stage development, including five
approved products: QLETLI® (adalimumab) and BETAGRIN® (bevifibatide citrate) Injection in China, STARJEMZA® in
the US, and BAT1806/TOFIDENCETM (tocilizumab) and AVZIVI® (bevacizumab-tnjn) in
the US and in EU, a/k/a POBEVCY® in China. In addition, the company
has more than 20 promising candidates in clinical trials, focusing on
immuno-oncology in the post-PD-1 era and targeted therapies such as
antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). For more information, please visit www.iuvbook.com/en/ or
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Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This
news release contains certain forward-looking statements relating to BAT4406F
or the product pipelines in general of Bio-Thera Solutions. Readers are
strongly cautioned that reliance on any forward-looking statements involves
known and unknown risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements
include, among others, those containing “could,” “may,” “should,” “will,”
“would,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “plan,” “promising,” “potentially,” or
similar expressions. They reflect the company’s current views with respect to
future events that are based on what the company believes are reasonable
assumptions in view of information currently available to Bio-Thera Solutions
and are not a guarantee of future performance or developments. Actual results
and events may differ materially from information contained in the
forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including, but
not limited to, risks and uncertainties inherent in pharmaceutical research and
development, such as the uncertainties of pre-clinical and clinical studies,
for example, the development processes could be lengthy and high in vitro
affinity may not translate to desired results in vivo or successful clinical
studies. Other risks and uncertainties include challenges in obtaining
regulatory approvals, manufacturing, marketing, competition, intellectual
property, product efficacy or safety, changes in global healthcare situation,
changes in the company’s financial conditions, and changes to applicable laws
and regulations, etc. Forward-looking statements contained herein are made only
as of the date of their initial publication. Unless required by laws or
regulations, Bio-Thera Solutions undertake no obligation to publicly update any
forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future
events, changes in the company’s views or otherwise.
1) QLETLI® is a
registered trademark of Bio-Thera Solutions, Ltd.
2) BETAGRIN® is a registered trademark
of Bio-Thera Solutions, Ltd.
3) STARJEMZA® is a registered trademark of Hikma Pharmaceuticals.
4) TOFIDENCE™ is a trademark
of Organon LLC
5) AVZIVI® is a
registered trademark of Sandoz
6) POBEVCY® is a
registered trademark of Bio-Thera Solutions, Ltd.