Denifanstat Phase 3 MASH program initiated in Q4 2024; patient screening expected to start in 1H 2025 Denifanstat received Breakthrough Therapy designation from FDA for MASH Clearance of Investigational New Drug (IND) application for FASN Inhibitor TVB-3567, to be developed for the treatment of acne SAN MATEO, Calif., March 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sagimet Biosciences Inc. (Nasdaq: SGMT), clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics targeting dysfunctional metabolic and fibrotic pathways, today reported financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2024, and provided recent corporate updates.
TVB-3567 is the Company's second fatty acid synthase (FASN) inhibitor First-in-human Phase 1 trial initiation planned in 2025 SAN MATEO, Calif., March 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sagimet Biosciences Inc. (Sagimet, Nasdaq: SGMT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics targeting dysfunctional metabolic and fibrotic pathways, today announced the clearance of its Investigational New Drug (IND) application for TVB-3567, the Company's second fatty acid synthase (FASN) inhibitor.
Denifanstat is SGMT's leading FASN inhibitor for MASH. It has shown strong Phase 2b results and earned the FDA Breakthrough Therapy designation. SGMT also has a diversified pipeline on acne, solid tumors, and GBM, enhancing its optionality beyond its primary MASH focus. They've recently shown some positive trial milestones, including the first Phase 3 dosing.
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Sagimet Biosciences' Denifanstat shows significant potential in treating MASH, with FDA Breakthrough Therapy designation and peer-reviewed validation, supporting a "Strong Buy" rating. Denifanstat's unique FASN inhibition mechanism effectively reduces liver fibrosis, positioning it as a superior treatment for advanced MASH compared to competitors like Tirzepatide. SGMT's robust financials, including $188.5 million in liquidity and no debt, provide a solid foundation for advancing Denifanstat through Phase 3 trials.
SAN MATEO, Calif., Sept. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sagimet Biosciences Inc. (Sagimet, Nasdaq: SGMT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel fatty acid synthase (FASN) inhibitors designed to target dysfunctional metabolic and fibrotic pathways, today announced that an oral presentation highlighting denifanstat's anti-fibrotic activity in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) will be given at the 8th Annual MASH Drug Development Summit being held in Boston on September 24-26, 2024.
SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sagimet Biosciences Inc. (Sagimet, Nasdaq: SGMT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel fatty acid synthase (FASN) inhibitors designed to target dysfunctional metabolic and fibrotic pathways, today announced the appointments of two biotechnology industry leaders, Anne Phillips and Jennifer Jarrett, to the board of directors of the Company, effective August 1, 2024.
Dr. Scott Friedman will discuss the unmet need in MASH and present Sagimet's topline data from the FASCINATE-2 Phase 2b clinical trial of denifanstat in MASH.
SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sagimet Biosciences Inc. (Nasdaq: SGMT), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel fatty acid synthase (FASN) inhibitors that target dysfunctional metabolic pathways, today announced that management will participate in a fireside chat and one-on-one investor meetings at the H.C. Wainwright 7th Annual NASH Investor Conference on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT.
Sagimet Biosciences Inc. develops FASN inhibitors for diseases related to dysfunctional lipid metabolism. Their lead candidate, Denifanstat, shows promising results in treating nonalcoholic steatohepatitis and acne. The company has a strong safety profile and sufficient cash to last until 2025.