Pannexin 1 – a novel target for pediatric orphan epilepsy

PTI5803 is a first-in-class drug that specifically blocks the activated Pannexin 1 channel, effectively reducing seizures in ultra-resistant pediatric epilepsy while preserving cognitive functions.

Subsidie
€ 2.499.500
2023

Projectdetails

Introduction

Epilepsy is a group of syndromes with high unmet medical need, especially in children as frequent seizures affect the immature brain and its development.

Drug Resistance

In some orphan syndromes, drug resistance is 70% with dramatic consequences for patients and their families.

Treatment Goals

Novel treatments must:

  • Prevent the negative effects of seizures
  • Minimize off-target effects on brain development and cognitive functions

Proposed Solution

Our solution is the specific blockade of the activated form of the Pannexin 1 (Panx1) channel using a reformulated form of probenecid: PTI5803.

Compound Efficacy

This compound, a first-in-class drug, inhibits seizures preclinically in over 80% of cases without hampering cognitive functions.

Adaptation for Children

Designed to be adapted to children (from 6 months of age) and to improve the bioavailability, PTI5803 is a highly specific breakthrough product to counteract the pathological activation of Panx1 in patients with an ultra-resistant orphan epilepsy.

Market Impact

PTI5803 has the potential to disrupt the market of paediatric epilepsy.

Financiële details & Tijdlijn

Financiële details

Subsidiebedrag€ 2.499.500
Totale projectbegroting€ 4.078.906

Tijdlijn

Startdatum1-10-2023
Einddatum31-3-2026
Subsidiejaar2023

Partners & Locaties

Projectpartners

  • PANNTHERAPIpenvoerder

Land(en)

France

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