VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwired - Aug. 6, 2015) - InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. ("InMed") (CSE:IN)(OTCQB:IMLFF), a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the research and development of novel, cannabinoid-based therapies combined with innovative drug delivery systems, announced today that it has obtained positive response from its pre-clinical research on INM-750 tested in various in vitro assays. The INM-750 is a proprietary phytocannabinoid based compound for the treatment of epidermolysis bullosa simplex (EBS), a rare genetically inherited skin disorder. INM-750 is designed to modulate skin growth, differentiation and inflammation that are signature characteristics of EBS.
Dr. Sazzad Hossain, Chief Scientific Officer of InMed, stated, "There are different sub-types of EBS caused by mutations of various keratin genes such as keratin 5, keratin 14 or keratin 15 etc. By modulating the expression of various keratin genes that are responsible for cytoskeleton intermediate filaments and/or wound healing using INM-750, we hoped to alleviate the EBS symptoms. Our preliminary results clearly validate this approach since INM-750 displayed modulation of expression of various keratin genes."
Craig Schneider says, "We are very pleased that we have again demonstrated the ability and efficiency of our platform technology ("IDP") to discover novel therapies in disease areas with large unmet medical needs. We have successfully employed our "IDP" for the discovery of INM-750 (see News Release May 26, 2015) which validates our in-silico approach to drug discovery by these positive pre-clinical results."
InMed anticipates commencing human proof of concept clinical studies of INM-750 in February, 2016 with initial data expected by Q3 2016 after which InMed will seek orphan drug designation for INM-750 with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
About Epidermolysis bullosa simplex (EBS)
Epidermolysis bullosa simplex (EBS) is one of the major forms of Epidermolysis bullosa, a group of genetic conditions that cause the skin to be very fragile and to blister easily. It is a result of a defect in anchoring between the epidermis and dermis, resulting in friction and skin fragility. Its severity ranges from mild to lethal. As of today there is no cure or effective treatment. Currently, wound care, pain management and preventative bandaging are the only options available for treatment.
About InMed
InMed is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company that specializes in developing novel therapies through the research and development into the extensive pharmacology of cannabinoids coupled with innovative drug delivery systems. InMed's proprietary platform technology, product pipeline and accelerated development pathway are the fundamental value drivers of the company. For more information, visit www.inmedpharma.com.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
InMed Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Craig Schneider, President and Chief Executive Officer
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