Ramat Gan, Israel, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Can-Fite BioPharma Ltd. (NYSE American: CANF) (TASE: CANF), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a pipeline of proprietary small molecule drugs for the treatment of cancer and inflammatory diseases, today announced that Dr. Sari Fishman, Vice President of Business Development, will present an update on the Company’s ongoing Phase IIa study in pancreatic cancer during partnering meetings at the 2025 BIO International Convention, taking place J ...

Industry Overview - The psoriasis market is projected to reach $30 billion by 2030, with a significant shift towards oral drugs [1] Company Developments - Can-Fite BioPharma Ltd. has initiated a pivotal Phase 3 study for its oral drug Piclidenoson, targeting moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, with patient enrollment starting in Europe and expected to follow in the US and Canada [1][3] - The Phase 3 study is randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled, focusing on the safety and efficacy of Piclidenoson, with co-primary efficacy objectives including achieving a PASI score response of ≥75% and a sPGA score of 0 or 1 at Week 16 [2] - The FDA has requested two Phase 3 studies and encouraged the enrollment of adolescent patients due to the drug's strong safety profile [2] - Upon successful completion of the Phase 3 program, the company plans to submit a New Drug Application (NDA) to the FDA and a Marketing Authorization Plan (MAA) to the EMA [3] Product Information - Piclidenoson is a first-in-class A3 adenosine receptor agonist, demonstrating an excellent safety profile and efficacy in previous clinical studies, targeting inflammatory cytokines IL-17 and IL-23 [4] - Can-Fite's lead drug candidate, Piclidenoson, is part of a broader pipeline that includes other drugs like Namodenoson, which is being evaluated for various cancers and has received Orphan Drug Designation and Fast Track Designation from the FDA [5]