Evoke Pharma to Present New Data Comparing Tardive Dyskinesia Incidence in Continuous vs Intermittent Metoclopramide Use at DDW 2025

Core Viewpoint - Evoke Pharma, Inc. announced the acceptance of a new abstract for presentation at Digestive Disease Week 2025, focusing on the incidence of tardive dyskinesia in patients treated with metoclopramide [1][3] Company Overview - Evoke Pharma is a specialty pharmaceutical company that develops treatments for gastrointestinal disorders, particularly known for GIMOTI, a nasal spray formulation of metoclopramide for diabetic gastroparesis [6][7] - GIMOTI is the only FDA-approved treatment for diabetic gastroparesis, addressing a significant need in the market [3][7] Research and Findings - The upcoming presentation will compare the incidence rates of tardive dyskinesia in patients receiving continuous versus intermittent oral metoclopramide treatment, utilizing real-world data from over 100 million U.S. patients [2][4] - The research aims to clarify the long-term safety profile of metoclopramide, particularly regarding tardive dyskinesia, to support informed prescribing decisions [3][4] Event Details - The abstract titled "Comparison of the Incidence of Tardive Dyskinesia in Patients Receiving Continuous vs Intermittent Oral Metoclopramide" will be presented by Pierantonio Russo, MD, during a session on gastroparesis and small intestinal dysmotility on May 5, 2025 [4] - The abstract will be accessible to attendees via the DDW ePosters site and mobile app starting May 4, 2025 [4] Industry Context - Digestive Disease Week (DDW) is a major international event for professionals in gastroenterology, showcasing advancements in GI research and medicine [8]