Addex's Neurosterix advances NTX-253 to Phase 2 in schizophrenia
Oct 8, 2026, 1:12 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Phase 1 completion with a clear path to Phase 2 for NTX-253 improves near-term valuation visibility for ADXN via its 20% stake and potential downstream milestones; historically, spin-out progress and multi-part Phase 1/2 transitions in biotech can drive small-cap moves.
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Addex Therapeutics reports its spin-out Neurosterix has completed Phase 1 testing of NTX-253, a muscarinic M4 positive allosteric modulator for schizophrenia, and will advance to Phase 2. Addex retains a 20% equity stake in Neurosterix, which raised $65 million in a 2024 Series A led by Perceptive Advisors, signaling validation. The Phase 1 design blended healthy volunteers with schizophrenia patients and yielded safety and pharmacokinetic data supportive of upcoming development.
Neurosterix completed Phase 1 for NTX-253; Phase 2 planned in schizophrenia.
NTX-253 is a muscarinic M4 PAM aiming to reduce psychosis with fewer movement issues.
Addex retains 20% equity in Neurosterix; Series A raised $65M in 2024 led by Perceptive Advisors.
Phase 1 combined healthy volunteers and schizophrenia patients; provided safety and PK data.
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