
Core Insights - Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. announced the presentation of data from its VYKAT XR clinical development program for treating hyperphagia associated with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) at the upcoming Joint Congress of ESPE and ESE Meeting 2025 [1][2] Company Overview - Soleno Therapeutics is focused on developing and commercializing novel therapeutics for rare diseases, with its first commercial product being VYKAT XR, an oral treatment for hyperphagia in patients aged 4 years and older with PWS [10] Product Information - VYKAT XR (diazoxide choline) was approved by the FDA on March 26, 2025, and is now available to U.S. patients [2] - The product is indicated for the treatment of hyperphagia in adults and pediatric patients with PWS [4] Clinical Presentation Details - The company will present a study titled "The Impact of Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) on Caregivers and the Healthcare System: A Burden of Illness Study Design" in a poster format on May 11 and May 12, 2025 [2] - An oral presentation titled "Developmental Behaviour Checklist 2 Response and Relationship to Hyperphagia Reductions" is scheduled for May 13, 2025 [6] Understanding Prader-Willi Syndrome - PWS occurs in approximately 1 in every 15,000 live births, characterized by hyperphagia, which can severely impact the quality of life for affected individuals and their families [3] - Additional symptoms include behavioral problems, cognitive disabilities, low muscle tone, and increased risk of co-morbidities such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease [3]