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Apr 05, 2026
Biotech investors are closely watching cystic fibrosis drug trials, rare-disease therapies and regulatory catalysts. Sionna Therapeutics is advancing a new CF drug class, while Praxis Precision Medicines targets essential tremor. FDA staffing challenges add uncertainty to approval timelines.
Mar 31, 2026
The FDA has accepted Praxis Precision Medicines' NDA for relutrigine with priority review and set a PDUFA target date of September 27, 2026. The therapy targets SCN2A and SCN8A developmental and epileptic encephalopathies and could become the first approved treatment for these rare conditions. The company has bolstered its cash position to support commercial launch preparations.
Mar 14, 2026
The FDA has authorized the first human trial of an allogeneic stem cell therapy for epilepsy, developed by Shanghai-based Unixell Biotechnology. The therapy uses donor-derived stem cells to produce GABA and suppress seizures in drug-resistant patients.
Feb 24, 2026
Multiple analysts have raised price targets on Praxis Precision Medicines, with Wolfe Research initiating coverage at $500 and Guggenheim increasing its target to $800, citing strong market potential for ulixacaltamide in essential tremor.
Dec 30, 2025
Praxis Precision Medicines has submitted new drug applications for ulixacaltamide in essential tremor and relutrigine in rare epilepsies, both granted Breakthrough Therapy Designation. The company reported $926 million in cash as of December 31, 2025.
Feb 13, 2026
Praxis Precision Medicines is preparing to submit two New Drug Applications by mid-February 2026 for ulixacaltamide and relutrigine, both holding FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation, targeting essential tremor and epilepsy markets.
