In this update of small molecules in the news we will cover recent:
- (B/M)illion-Dollar Molecules: recent M&A’s, IPOs, and other fundraising
- Molecules in Motion: clinical trial updates and FDA filings
- Where Are They Now? updates on past Drug Hunter Molecules of the Month
- Potential Upcoming Approvals: recent NDA filings and upcoming PDUFA dates
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Million-Dollar Molecules
baxdrostat

This highly selective, oral aldosterone synthase (CYP11B2) inhibitor is being acquired by AstraZeneca via CinCor in a $1.8B transaction. The molecule is in several Ph. II trials (0.5-2 mg QD) for hypertension, CKD, and primary aldosteronism, appears to have demonstrated dose-dependent PK/PD and blood pressure response, and appears to be well-tolerated so far. CinCor licensed the molecule from Roche (RO6836191).
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