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OKYO Pharma Announces Purchase of Shares by Chief Scientific Officer

Key Takeaway: OKYO Pharma Limited announced that its Chief Scientific Officer, Raj Patil, PhD, has purchased 3,363 shares, increasing his total holdings to 20,030 shares. The company is preparing to initiate a Phase 3 clinical trial for urcosimod, aimed at treating neuropathic corneal pain, with enrollment expected to begin in the second half of the year.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Chief Scientific Officer increased his shareholding, indicating confidence in the company.
  • OKYO Pharma is advancing towards a Phase 3 clinical trial for its innovative therapy.
  • The company focuses on treating neuropathic corneal pain, addressing an unmet medical need.

Full Press Release Details

LONDON and NEW YORK, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OKYO Pharma Limited (Nasdaq: OKYO), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing investigational therapies for the treatment of neuropathic corneal pain (NCP) and anterior segment eye diseases, today announced that Raj Patil, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer of OKYO Pharma has increased his holdings with the purchase of 3,363 of the Company’s ordinary shares on NASDAQ at $1.49 per share, bringing his total holding to 20,030 ordinary shares.
About OKYO Pharma OKYO Pharma Limited (Nasdaq: OKYO) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative therapies for the treatment of neuropathic corneal pain (NCP) and anterior segment eye diseases, with ordinary shares listed for trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market. OKYO plans to initiate a global Phase 3 pivotal clinical trial in the second half of this year, enrolling approximately 111 patients to evaluate a single-dose regimen of urcosimod for the treatment of NCP.
For further information, please visit www.okyopharma.com.

OKYO Pharma Ltd Paul Spencer Business Development and Investor Relations +44 (0) 207 495 2379 Email: info@okyopharma.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Chief Scientific Officer of OKYO Pharma?

Raj Patil, PhD, is the Chief Scientific Officer of OKYO Pharma.

What shares did Raj Patil purchase?

Raj Patil purchased 3,363 ordinary shares of OKYO Pharma.

What is the focus of OKYO Pharma's research?

OKYO Pharma develops therapies for neuropathic corneal pain and eye diseases.

When will OKYO Pharma's Phase 3 trial begin?

The Phase 3 trial is set to start in the second half of this year.

Last updated: Jul 28, 2026