Tiziana Life Sciences (TLSA) Newsfilter·2025-04-23 11:00Core Insights - Tiziana Life Sciences has commenced dosing at the fourth clinical site for its Phase 2 trial of intranasal foralumab in patients with non-active secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (na-SPMS) [1][2][3] - The trial is a blinded, placebo-controlled study expected to conclude by the end of 2025, followed by a six-month open-label extension phase for all participants [2][4] - Foralumab is the first fully human anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody administered intranasally, designed to promote immune tolerance while minimizing systemic immune suppression [3][5] Company Overview - Tiziana Life Sciences is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies using alternative drug delivery technologies [5] - The company’s lead candidate, intranasal foralumab, has shown a favorable safety profile and clinical response in previous studies [5] - Tiziana's approach aims to improve efficacy, safety, and tolerability compared to traditional intravenous delivery methods [5] Clinical Development - The Phase 2 trial began screening patients in November 2023, with the addition of the University of Massachusetts as a clinical site [1][5] - Initial results from an open-label Expanded Access Program indicated that all 10 patients with na-SPMS experienced either improvement or stability of disease within six months [4] - The trial's design includes a focus on long-term safety and sustained benefits of foralumab in the na-SPMS patient population [2][4]