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BioVie (BIVI) Plunges After Alzheimer’s Drug Fails Phase 3 Due to “Protocol Deviations” at Trial Sites – Hagens Berman

Key Takeaway: BioVie Inc. (BIVI) is facing scrutiny after its Phase 3 clinical trial for NE3107, aimed at treating Alzheimer’s disease, was marred by significant protocol deviations and compliance issues. An investigation revealed potential scientific misconduct at multiple trial sites, leading to the exclusion of patients from the study. As a result, BioVie announced that the trial failed to achieve statistical significance, causing a sharp decline in its stock price. The company has reported these issues to the FDA's Office of Scientific Integrity and is under investigation for possible concealment of these violations.

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CONCERNS & RISKS

  • BioVie reported potential scientific misconduct and non-compliance with Good Clinical Practices at trial sites.
  • The Phase 3 trial of NE3107 missed statistical significance due to protocol deviations, impacting investors negatively.
  • The company's stock price fell sharply following the reveal of these issues.

Full Press Release Details

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hagens Berman urges BioVie Inc. (NASDAQ: BIVI) investors who suffered substantial losses to submit your losses now.
Contact An Attorney Now: BIVI@hbsslaw.com
BioVie Inc. (BIVI) Investigation:
The investigation focuses on the propriety of BioVie’s disclosures concerning its adherence to Good Clinical Practice (“GCP”) and protocols related to its Phase 3 clinical trial of NE3107, a potential Alzheimer’s disease drug.
On Sep. 26, 2023, BioVie announced completion of the last treatment visit in its Phase 3 clinical trial of NE3107.
But on Nov. 8, 2023, BioVie shocked investors when it revealed that “during routine monitoring of blinded data from our Phase 3 study of […] NE3107, we uncovered what appears to be potential scientific misconduct and significant non-compliance with GCPs and regulations at six sites[]” and “[w]e have alerted the FDA’s Office of Scientific Integrity (‘OSI’) about these issues[.]”
Then, on Nov. 29, 2023, BioVie announced that the Phase 3 trial missed statistical significance “due to site exclusions” and blamed the miss on “significant deviation from protocol and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) violations at 15 sites” leading it to exclude all patients from these sites and referrals of them to the OSI.
On an event call, BioVie’s management suggested that the company became aware of Phase 3 deviations beginning as early as July 2023.
In response to these disclosures, the price of BioVie shares fell sharply.
“We’re focused on investors’ losses and are investigating whether BioVie may have intentionally concealed GCP and protocol violations,” said Reed Kathrein, the Hagens Berman partner leading the investigation.
If you invested in BioVie 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 BioVie investigation, read more »
Whistleblowers: Persons with non-public information regarding BioVie 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 BIVI@hbsslaw.com.
Hagens Berman is a global plaintiffs’ rights complex litigation law firm focusing on corporate accountability through class-action law. The firm is home to a robust securities litigation practice and represents investors as well as whistleblowers, workers, consumers and others in cases achieving real results for those harmed by corporate negligence and fraud. More about the firm and its successes can be found at hbsslaw.com. Follow the firm for updates and news at @ClassActionLaw.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What triggered the investigation into BioVie Inc.?

The investigation began due to concerns over BioVie’s GCP adherence and protocol issues in its Phase 3 NE3107 trial.

What significant issue did BioVie announce on November 8, 2023?

BioVie disclosed potential scientific misconduct and GCP non-compliance at six trial sites.

When did BioVie notify the FDA about trial issues?

BioVie alerted the FDA's Office of Scientific Integrity about the issues identified on November 8.

How have BioVie shares reacted to these disclosures?

Following the announcements, BioVie shares experienced a sharp decline in price.

What can whistleblowers do regarding BioVie’s investigation?

Whistleblowers can report non-public information and may receive rewards under the SEC program.

Last updated: Dec 18, 2023