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BioAge Labs (BIOA) Azelaprag Trial Halt Raises Questions About Pre-IPO Disclosures – Hagens Berman

Key Takeaway: BioAge Labs, Inc. (BIOA) announced the halt of its Phase 2 clinical trial for azelaprag, a treatment for metabolic diseases, due to safety concerns involving liver transaminitis. This decision raised questions regarding the company's pre-IPO disclosures about the drug's safety, as it was previously stated to be 'well-tolerated'. In response to these developments, an investigation has been launched by Hagens Berman to determine if investors were adequately informed prior to the trial's discontinuation. Consequently, BioAge's stock price saw a dramatic drop of around 80% on December 9, 2024.

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  • BioAge Labs announced the discontinuation of its Phase 2 study for azelaprag, causing significant concern among investors.
  • The discontinuation was linked to liver transaminitis observed in patients, raising doubts about the drug's safety profile.
  • BioAge's stock price plummeted almost 80% following the announcement, indicating a severe loss of investor confidence.
  • Hagens Berman has initiated an investigation regarding the transparency of BioAge's pre-IPO disclosures related to azelaprag.

Full Press Release Details

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On December 9, 2024, just months after conducting an initial public offering in September 2024, BioAge Labs, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIOA) made the startling announcement that it was discontinuing a Phase 2 study for its lead product, azelaprag, intended to treat metabolic diseases such as obesity.
Hagens Berman has opened an investigation and urges investors in BioAge who purchased shares in the company’s IPO or on the open market and suffered substantial losses to submit your losses now.
Contact the Firm Now: BIOA@hbsslaw.com
BioAge Labs, Inc. (BIOA) Investigation:
The investigation is focused on the propriety of BioAge’s disclosures about the safety data and other matters related to azelaprag, which the company said in its IPO documents has been “well-tolerated in 265 individuals across eight Phase 1 clinical trials.”
BioAge’s disclosures came into question after the market closed on December 6, 2024, when the company announced the discontinuation of the STRIDES Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating azelaprag in combination with tirzepatide for the treatment of obesity. BioAge said that liver transaminitis was observed in patients receiving azelaprag.
This news drove the price of BioAge shares down almost 80% on December 9, 2024.
“We’re focused on whether BioAge was transparent to investors about the azelaprag safety profile before the December 6 announcement,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.
If you invested in BioAge and have substantial losses, or have knowledge that may assist the firm’s investigation, submit your losses now »
If you’d like more information and answers to frequently asked questions about the BioAge investigation, read more »
Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding BioAge should consider their options to help in the investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under the new program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to 30 percent of any successful recovery made by the SEC. For more information, call Reed Kathrein at 844-916-0895 or email BIOA@hbsslaw.com.
Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs’ rights complex litigation firm focusing on corporate accountability. The firm is home to a robust practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and other wrongdoings. Hagens Berman’s team has secured more than $2.9 billion in this area of law. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw.
Reed Kathrein, 844-916-0895

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Frequently Asked Questions

What recent announcement did BioAge Labs make?

BioAge Labs announced on December 9, 2024, the discontinuation of its Phase 2 study for azelaprag.

Why was the STRIDES Phase 2 trial discontinued?

The trial was halted due to observed liver transaminitis in patients receiving azelaprag.

What happened to BioAge's stock price after the announcement?

BioAge's shares dropped nearly 80% on December 9, 2024, following the announcement.

Who is investigating BioAge Labs?

Hagens Berman is conducting an investigation into BioAge's disclosures about azelaprag.

How can whistleblowers assist in the investigation?

Whistleblowers can provide non-public information and may receive rewards via the SEC program.

Last updated: Dec 10, 2024