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Eton Pharmaceuticals Awarded U.S. Patent for Proprietary Hydrocortisone Oral Liquid Formulation

Key Takeaway: Eton Pharmaceuticals announced that it has received a U.S. patent for its proprietary oral liquid formulation of hydrocortisone, specifically for product candidate ET-400. The patent, set to expire in 2043, will be included in the FDA's Orange Book once the product gains approval. This patent marks a significant milestone for Eton, which also has multiple products approved for rare diseases and is in the late stages of developing additional candidates.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Eton Pharmaceuticals has been awarded a U.S. patent for its proprietary hydrocortisone formulation, indicating innovation.
  • The patent is valid until 2043, securing a long-term competitive advantage.
  • Eton has several other products already approved and in development, showcasing a robust pipeline.

Full Press Release Details

DEER PARK, Ill., Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eton Pharmaceuticals (“Eton” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: ETON), an innovative pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing treatments for rare diseases, today announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) has granted the Company’s U.S. Patent Application No. 18/113,458, which covers the Company’s ET-400 product candidate’s proprietary formulation of oral liquid hydrocortisone. The patent has an expiration in 2043 and is expected to be listed in the FDA’s Orange Book upon the product’s approval. The Company has additional patent applications related to the product under review with the USPTO.
About Eton Pharmaceuticals
Eton is an innovative pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing treatments for rare diseases. The Company currently has four FDA-approved rare disease products, ALKINDI SPRINKLE®, Carglumic Acid, Betaine Anhydrous, and Nitisinone. The Company has three additional product candidates in late-stage development: ET-400, ET-600, and ZENEO® hydrocortisone autoinjector. For more information, please visit our website at www.etonpharma.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements contained in this press release regarding matters that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements associated with the expected ability of Eton to undertake certain activities and accomplish certain goals and objectives. These statements include but are not limited to statements regarding Eton’s business strategy, Eton’s plans to develop and commercialize its product candidates, the safety and efficacy of Eton’s product candidates, Eton’s plans and expected timing with respect to regulatory filings and approvals, and the size and growth potential of the markets for Eton’s product candidates. Because such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Words such as "believes," "anticipates," "plans," "expects," "intends," "will," "goal," "potential" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon Eton’s current expectations and involve assumptions that may never materialize or may prove to be incorrect. Actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, risks associated with the process of discovering, developing and commercializing drugs that are safe and effective for use as human therapeutics, and in the endeavor of building a business around such drugs. These and other risks concerning Eton’s development programs and financial position are described in additional detail in Eton’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date on which they were made. Eton undertakes no obligation to update such statements to reflect events that occur or circumstances that exist after the date on which they were made.
Lisa M. Wilson, In-Site Communications, Inc.
Source: Eton Pharmaceuticals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eton Pharmaceuticals known for?

Eton Pharmaceuticals focuses on developing treatments for rare diseases.

What recent patent did Eton Pharmaceuticals receive?

Eton received a patent for its ET-400 oral liquid hydrocortisone formulation.

When does Eton's new patent expire?

The patent for ET-400 expires in 2043.

How many FDA-approved products does Eton have?

Eton currently has four FDA-approved products for rare diseases.

What are Eton's late-stage product candidates?

Eton's late-stage candidates include ET-400, ET-600, and ZENEO® hydrocortisone.

Last updated: Feb 21, 2024