PACIRA TO REPORT FIRST QUARTER 2022 FINANCIAL RESULTS ON WEDNESDAY MAY 4, 2022

On April 27, 2022 Pacira BioSciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:PCRX) reported that it will report its first quarter financial results before the open of the U.S. markets on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 (Press release, Pacira Pharmaceuticals, APR 27, 2022, View Source [SID1234613055]). Following the release, the company will host a live conference call and webcast at 8:30 a.m. ET.

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Preclinical Research Published in Science Advances Demonstrates Repertoire Immune Medicines’ Cell-Tethering Technology Delivers Potent Interleukin-12 Directly to Solid Tumors Potentially Improving Effectiveness of Cellular Immunotherapies

On April 27, 2022 Repertoire Immune Medicines announced today that Science Advances published preclinical research demonstrating the company’s cell-tethering technology can deliver the potent cytokine interleukin-12 (IL-12) to solid tumors without eliciting the severe systemic toxicities typically associated with the use of this cytokine (Press release, Repertoire, APR 27, 2022, View Source [SID1234613072]). The research, conducted in mouse models, found that the use of cell-tethered IL-12 elevated anti-tumor activity in the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment (TME).

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"A tumor has multiple mechanisms that help it avoid recognition and elimination by the immune system. These defense mechanisms remain a major challenge for cellular immunotherapies to achieve a durable clinical response," said Anthony Coyle, Ph.D., President, Research and Development, Repertoire Immune Medicines. "In this preclinical research, Repertoire’s cell-tethering technology delivered dose-controlled amounts of IL-12 onto the surface of tumor-targeted T cells. These IL-12-tethered T cells were associated with pronounced repolarization of the tumor microenvironment, ultimately resulting in enhanced T cell response, which has the potential to improve the efficacy of the cellular immunotherapies."

Tumors have immunosuppressive microenvironments that can limit the efficacy of cellular immunotherapies used in cancer treatment. Immune-stimulating cytokines such as IL-12 have been shown to counter the immunosuppressive conditions within the tumor. However, the dose of IL-12 required to achieve these beneficial effects has been associated with severe systemic toxicities.

In the publication, "Cell-surface tethered IL-12 repolarizes the tumor immune microenvironment to enhance the efficacy of adoptive T cell therapy," Repertoire’s tethering technology achieved direct and localized delivery of IL-12 to tumors without systemic toxicities. The use of tethered IL-12 was also associated with repolarization of myeloid-derived suppressor cells into activated inflammatory monocytes that support anti-tumor activity in the TME.

Repertoire is currently investigating the use of cell-tethered IL-12 in an ongoing Phase 1 study of its investigational candidate RPTR-168 for human papillomavirus-positive tumors.

About RPTR-168

RPTR-168 is an autologous multi-targeted T cell (MTC) therapeutic candidate derived from rare peripheral blood T cells. The T cells are collected from each patient through apheresis and are primed and expanded by a set of five tumor-associated antigens known to be expressed on human papillomavirus (HPV)-16-positive tumors. RPTR-168 is designed to deliver interleukin-12 (IL-12), a potent immunomodulatory agent that has been shown to improve anti-tumor activity by promoting T cell function inside the tumor microenvironment.

Karyopharm Announces Selinexor Data to be Presented at the 2022 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting

On April 27, 2022 Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq:KPTI), a commercial-stage pharmaceutical company pioneering novel cancer therapies, reported that four abstracts highlighting selinexor clinical research have been selected for presentation, including one oral presentation, at the upcoming 2022 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) (Free ASCO Whitepaper) Annual Meeting taking place June 3-7, 2022, in Chicago (Press release, Karyopharm, APR 27, 2022, View Source [SID1234613024]).

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Research findings to be presented include an oral presentation discussing subgroup analyses and molecular classification data from the Phase 3 SIENDO study evaluating selinexor in endometrial cancer and a poster presentation highlighting preliminary results from a Phase 1/2 study evaluating selinexor in combination with ruxolitinib in patients with treatment-naïve myelofibrosis.

"At Karyopharm, we are laser focused on targeting cancers with high unmet need where our science enables us to make the biggest difference in the lives of patients," said Reshma Rangwala, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer of Karyopharm. "We are excited to share the latest research at the 2022 ASCO (Free ASCO Whitepaper) Annual Meeting as these data underscore the innovation across our four core programs in clinical development."

Details for the 2022 ASCO (Free ASCO Whitepaper) Annual Meeting presentations are as follows:

Oral Presentation

Title: Randomized phase III study of maintenance selinexor versus placebo in endometrial cancer (ENGOT – EN5/GOG-3055/SIENDO): Impact of subgroup analysis and molecular classification
Presenter: Vicky Makker, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Abstract #: 5511
Date and time: Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. CDT
Session: Clinical Science Symposium/Molecular-Based Treatment for Endometrial Cancer

Poster Presentations
Title: A phase 1, open-label, dose-escalation study of selinexor plus ruxolitinib in patients with treatment-naïve myelofibrosis
Presenter: Haris Ali, City of Hope
Abstract #: 7060
Date and time: Saturday, June 4, 2022, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. CDT
Session: Hematologic Malignancies—Leukemia, Myelodysplastic Syndromes, and Allotransplant

Title: Phase 1b study of weekly split-dose selinexor in soft tissue sarcoma (STS)
Presenter: Abdulazeez Salawu, University Health Network
Abstract #: 11563
Date and time: Sunday, June 5, 2022, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. CDT
Session: Sarcoma

Title: Digital monitoring and assessments in patients with glioblastoma
Presenter: Yasaman Damestani, Karyopharm Therapeutics, Inc.
Abstract #: 2045
Date and time: Sunday, June 5, 2022, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. CDT
Session: Central Nervous System Tumors

About XPOVIO (selinexor)

XPOVIO is a first-in-class, oral exportin 1 (XPO1) inhibitor and the first of Karyopharm’s Selective Inhibitor of Nuclear Export (SINE) compounds to be approved for the treatment of cancer. XPOVIO functions by selectively binding to and inhibiting the nuclear export protein XPO1. XPOVIO is approved in the U.S. and marketed by Karyopharm in multiple oncology indications, including: (i) in combination with Velcade (bortezomib) and dexamethasone (XVd) in patients with multiple myeloma after at least one prior therapy; (ii) in combination with dexamethasone in patients with heavily pre-treated multiple myeloma; and (iii) in patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL), including DLBCL arising from follicular lymphoma, after at least two lines of systemic therapy. XPOVIO (also known as NEXPOVIO in certain countries) has received regulatory approvals in a growing number of ex-U.S. territories and countries, including Europe, the United Kingdom, China, South Korea, Singapore and Israel, and is marketed in those areas by Karyopharm’s global partners. Selinexor is also being investigated in several other mid- and late-stage clinical trials across multiple high unmet need cancer indications, including Multiple Myeloma, Endometrial Cancer and Myelofibrosis. For more information about Karyopharm’s products or clinical trials, please contact the Medical Information department at:

Tel: +1 (888) 209-9326
Email: [email protected]

XPOVIO (selinexor) is a prescription medicine approved:

In combination with bortezomib and dexamethasone for the treatment of adult patients with multiple myeloma who have received at least one prior therapy (XVd).

In combination with dexamethasone for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma who have received at least four prior therapies and whose disease is refractory to at least two proteasome inhibitors, at least two immunomodulatory agents, and an anti–CD38 monoclonal antibody (Xd).

For the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory diffuse large B–cell lymphoma (DLBCL), not otherwise specified, including DLBCL arising from follicular lymphoma, after at least 2 lines of systemic therapy. This indication is approved under accelerated approval based on response rate. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in confirmatory trial(s).
SELECT IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Warnings and Precautions

Thrombocytopenia: Monitor platelet counts throughout treatment. Manage with dose interruption and/or reduction and supportive care.

Neutropenia: Monitor neutrophil counts throughout treatment. Manage with dose interruption and/or reduction and granulocyte colony–stimulating factors.

Gastrointestinal Toxicity: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, and weight loss may occur. Provide antiemetic prophylaxis. Manage with dose interruption and/or reduction, antiemetics, and supportive care.

Hyponatremia: Monitor serum sodium levels throughout treatment. Correct for concurrent hyperglycemia and high serum paraprotein levels. Manage with dose interruption, reduction, or discontinuation, and supportive care.

Serious Infection: Monitor for infection and treat promptly.

Neurological Toxicity: Advise patients to refrain from driving and engaging in hazardous occupations or activities until neurological toxicity resolves. Optimize hydration status and concomitant medications to avoid dizziness or mental status changes.

Embryo–Fetal Toxicity: Can cause fetal harm. Advise females of reproductive potential and males with a female partner of reproductive potential, of the potential risk to a fetus and use of effective contraception.

Cataract: Cataracts may develop or progress. Treatment of cataracts usually requires surgical removal of the cataract.
Adverse Reactions

The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) in patients with multiple myeloma who receive XVd are fatigue, nausea, decreased appetite, diarrhea, peripheral neuropathy, upper respiratory tract infection, decreased weight, cataract and vomiting. Grade 3–4 laboratory abnormalities (≥10%) are thrombocytopenia, lymphopenia, hypophosphatemia, anemia, hyponatremia and neutropenia. In the BOSTON trial, fatal adverse reactions occurred in 6% of patients within 30 days of last treatment. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 52% of patients. Treatment discontinuation rate due to adverse reactions was 19%.

The most common adverse reactions (≥20%) in patients with multiple myeloma who receive Xd are thrombocytopenia, fatigue, nausea, anemia, decreased appetite, decreased weight, diarrhea, vomiting, hyponatremia, neutropenia, leukopenia, constipation, dyspnea and upper respiratory tract infection. In the STORM trial, fatal adverse reactions occurred in 9% of patients. Serious adverse reactions occurred in 58% of patients. Treatment discontinuation rate due to adverse reactions was 27%.

The most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥20%) in patients with DLBCL, excluding laboratory abnormalities, are fatigue, nausea, diarrhea, appetite decrease, weight decrease, constipation, vomiting, and pyrexia. Grade 3–4 laboratory abnormalities (≥15%) are thrombocytopenia, lymphopenia, neutropenia, anemia, and hyponatremia. In the SADAL trial, fatal adverse reactions occurred in 3.7% of patients within 30 days, and 5% of patients within 60 days of last treatment; the most frequent fatal adverse reactions were infection (4.5% of patients). Serious adverse reactions occurred in 46% of patients; the most frequent serious adverse reaction was infection (21% of patients). Discontinuation due to adverse reactions occurred in 17% of patients.
Use In Specific Populations
Lactation: Advise not to breastfeed.

For additional product information, including full prescribing information, please visit www.XPOVIO.com.

To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Karyopharm Therapeutics Inc. at 1–888–209–9326 or FDA at 1–800–FDA–1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Surface Oncology to Present Clinical Update on SRF388 at American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting

On April 27, 2022 Surface Oncology (Nasdaq: SURF), a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company developing next-generation immunotherapies that target the tumor microenvironment, reported that it will share a clinical update on SRF388 in an oral presentation at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) (Free ASCO Whitepaper) 2022 Annual Meeting, to be held June 3-7, 2022 in Chicago, Il (Press release, Surface Oncology, APR 27, 2022, View Source [SID1234613040]).

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"We look forward to presenting updated SRF388 clinical data at ASCO (Free ASCO Whitepaper)," said Alison O’Neill, M.D., chief medical officer at Surface Oncology. "SRF388 is a first-in-class antibody targeting IL-27, a highly immunosuppressive cytokine, and we are pleased to share new clinical findings which expand the body of data surrounding this novel molecule."

Title: First-in-human study of SRF388, a first-in-class IL-27 targeting antibody, as monotherapy and in combination with pembrolizumab in patients with advanced solid tumors
Abstract number: 2501
Session type: Oral abstract
Session: Development Therapeutics: Immunotherapy
Session date and time: Saturday, June 4, 2022, from 1:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. CDT

About SRF388
SRF388 is a fully human anti-IL-27 antibody designed to inhibit the activity of this immunosuppressive cytokine. Surface Oncology has identified particular tumor types, including liver, kidney and lung cancer, where IL-27 appears to play an important role in the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment and may contribute to resistance to treatment with checkpoint inhibitors. SRF388 targets the rate-limiting p28 subunit of IL-27, and preclinical studies have shown that treatment with SRF388 blocks the immunosuppressive biologic effects of IL-27, resulting in immune cell activation in combination with other cancer therapies including anti-PD-1 therapy, as well as potent anti-tumor effects as a monotherapy. Furthermore, Surface Oncology has identified a potential biomarker associated with IL-27 that may be useful in helping to identify patients most likely to respond to SRF388. In November 2020, Surface announced that SRF388 was granted Orphan Drug designation and Fast Track designation for the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma from the FDA.

Sarepta Therapeutics to Announce First Quarter 2022 Financial Results and Recent Corporate Developments on May 4, 2022

On April 27, 2022 Sarepta Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:SRPT), the leader in precision genetic medicine for rare diseases, reported that it will report first quarter 2022 financial results after the Nasdaq Global Market closes on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 (Press release, Sarepta Therapeutics, APR 27, 2022, View Source [SID1234613057]). Subsequently, at 4:30 p.m. E.T., the Company will host a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2022 financial results and to provide a corporate update.

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