FDA grants Orphan Drug Designation Granted to NP-G2-044 for the Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer
“FDA Orphan Drug Designation for our fascin inhibitor represents an important regulatory milestone for Novita and validates the Company’s scientific and clinical approach in the fight against pancreatic cancer, as it remains one of the most lethal solid tumors with limited therapeutic progress over decades,” said Stewart Campbell, Chief Executive Officer of Novita Pharmaceuticals. “Fascin inhibition offers a novel approach with the potential to enhance antitumor immune activity and improve outcomes for patients with this devastating disease, and we look forward to continuing advancement of NP-G2-044 to address the high unmet need.”
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