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Biotechnology: Pharmaceutical Preparations
USFDAJun 9, 2026, 07:07 AM

Alterity Therapeutics Secures FDA Alignment for ATH434 Phase 3 MSA Trial

AI Summary

Alterity Therapeutics announced a successful End-of-Phase 2 meeting with the U.S. FDA for ATH434 in Multiple System Atrophy (MSA). The FDA agreed on key elements of the proposed Phase 3 design, including the study population, dosing regimen (50mg twice daily), treatment duration, and UMSARS Part I as the primary endpoint. This agreement de-risks the registrational program, with Phase 3 trial activities expected to commence by year-end 2026.

Key Highlights

  • FDA agreed on key elements of the proposed Phase 3 design for ATH434 in Multiple System Atrophy (MSA).
  • FDA concurred with UMSARS Part I as the primary endpoint for the Phase 3 study.
  • FDA agreed with the 50mg dose level, which showed 48% slowing of disease progression in Phase 2.
  • FDA found planned key secondary endpoints and statistical methods suitable for efficacy support.
  • Pivotal Phase 3 trial activities are on track to initiate by year-end 2026.
  • ATH434 previously received Fast Track and Orphan Drug Designations from the FDA for MSA.