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Biotechnology: Pharmaceutical Preparations
Clinical TrialAug 12, 2026, 04:07 PM

Atea Pharma's BEM/RZR Phase 3 C-BEYOND met endpoints for HCV

AI Summary

Atea Pharmaceuticals announced positive topline results from its Phase 3 C-BEYOND trial, where its BEM/RZR regimen met primary and secondary endpoints for treating chronic Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), demonstrating potential as a best-in-class treatment. The company also reported that its C-FORWARD Phase 3 trial is on track for early Q1 2027 results and initiated a Phase 1 trial for AT-587 for Hepatitis E Virus (HEV). For Q2 2026, Atea reported $219.5 million in cash and investments and a net loss of $32.9 million.

Key Highlights

  • Phase 3 C-BEYOND trial met primary and secondary endpoints for HCV treatment.
  • BEM/RZR achieved 93.9% SVR rate vs. 94.8% for SOF/VEL in mITT population.
  • Non-cirrhotic patients (8-week BEM/RZR) showed 93.5% SVR rate vs. 94.6% for SOF/VEL (12-week).
  • C-FORWARD Phase 3 trial topline results expected early Q1 2027.
  • AT-587 Phase 1 clinical trial advancing for Hepatitis E Virus (HEV).
  • Cash and investments were $219.5 million at June 30, 2026.
  • Q2 2026 R&D expenses decreased to $28.2 million from $32.3 million YoY.
  • Q2 2026 net loss was $32.9 million compared to $37.2 million YoY.