Knight Therapeutics Announces Filing of New Drug Submission for CREXONT® (Carbidopa and Levodopa) Extended-Release Capsules in Canada

Core Insights - Knight Therapeutics Inc. has announced that its New Drug Submission (NDS) for CREXONT has been accepted for review by Health Canada [1] - CREXONT is a novel oral formulation of carbidopa/levodopa (CD/LD) designed for the treatment of Parkinson's disease, with a market potential exceeding $50 million in Canada and $120 million in Brazil [2][3] - The RISE-PD clinical study demonstrated that CREXONT significantly improves "Good On" time with fewer doses compared to immediate-release CD/LD [7] Company Overview - Knight Therapeutics Inc. is a pan-American specialty pharmaceutical company focused on acquiring and commercializing pharmaceutical products for Canada and Latin America [11] - The company has entered into an agreement with Amneal Pharmaceuticals for exclusive rights to seek regulatory approval and commercialize CREXONT in Canada and Latin America [3] Product Details - CREXONT combines immediate-release granules and extended-release beads, allowing for rapid onset and prolonged drug release [4][5] - The product was studied in a 20-week phase 3 clinical trial involving 630 patients, which met its primary and secondary endpoints [6] Market Context - Parkinson's disease is the fastest-growing neurological disorder globally, with over 100,000 diagnosed patients in Canada and an estimated 6,600 new cases annually [9][10] - The controlled release segment of the Parkinson's treatment market in Canada was valued at $15 million for the twelve-month period ending September 2024 [2]