Quantum BioPharma Ltd. (NASDAQ: QNTM) has taken a pivotal step in the fight against multiple sclerosis (MS) by submitting its drug candidate, Lucid-21-302 (Lucid-MS), to the UK's Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) Passport program. This submission by its subsidiary, Huge Biopharma Australia Pty Ltd., underscores the company's commitment to fast-tracking the development and approval of groundbreaking treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.
The ILAP program is designed to streamline the drug development and approval process by fostering collaboration between developers, regulators, and the NHS. Lucid-MS, a first-in-class therapy targeting demyelination in MS, represents a beacon of hope for patients suffering from this debilitating condition. The drug has shown promise in preclinical models by preventing and reversing myelin degradation, the underlying mechanism of MS.
This move is part of Quantum BioPharma's global strategy to leverage strategic regulatory pathways for accelerating clinical advancement and enhancing patient access to innovative treatments. The submission to the ILAP program could significantly reduce the time it takes for Lucid-MS to reach the market, offering a potential lifeline to MS patients awaiting new treatment options.
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