Neurizon develops liquid formulation of NUZ-001
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Neurizon Therapeutics Limited
ABN 35 094 006 023
www.neurizon.com
Neurizon Develops Liquid Formulation of NUZ-001 to Improve Patient
Access and Experience
Highlights:
Neurizon has successfully developed a new oral liquid formulation of NUZ-001 for the treatment of ALS
The liquid formulation is designed to support patients with all stages of ALS, particularly those with
swallowing difficulties such as bulbar onset, ensuring broader access to therapy
Developed as part of Neurizon’s patient-centric innovation strategy, the liquid form enhances
continuation of treatment, ease of administration, and overall treatment experience for patients with ALS
Supports Neurizon’s life cycle management strategy to transform NUZ-001 from a single-asset product
into a long-term scalable treatment platform and unlock patient and commercial value
Integration into Neurizon’s ongoing clinical development program for NUZ-001 has commenced, with a
human bioequivalence study alongside the standard tablet form, scheduled to begin in H1 CY 2026
26 June 2025 – Melbourne, Australia: Neurizon® Therapeutics Limited (ASX: NUZ & NUZOA) (“Neurizon” or “the
Company”), a clinical-stage biotech company dedicated to advancing innovative treatments for neurodegenerative
diseases, is pleased to announce the development of a new oral liquid formulation of NUZ-001, its lead investigational
therapy for the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). This advancement represents a significant step
toward improving accessibility, ease of administration, and overall treatment experience for patients living with ALS.
The newly developed oral liquid formulation reflects Neurizon’s commitment to innovation that addresses the realworld challenges faced by people affected by ALS. For many patients, especially those experiencing bulbar onset or
progressive difficulty swallowing, tablet-based medication can become increasingly hard to manage as the disease
advances. The oral liquid formulation provides an important alternative, ensuring more patients can continue to
benefit from NUZ-001 throughout their journey.
Developed in direct response to feedback from patients and carers, this formulation reflects Neurizon’s belief that
the patient voice should guide both trial design and treatment delivery. The key advantages of the liquid formulation
include:
Improved ease of swallowing for patients with dysphagia or speech impairment
Flexible dosing across a range of patient weights and tolerances
Enteral (feeding tube) administration, ensuring continuity of treatment
Simplified administration for caregivers and clinical teams
Dr Michael Thurn, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, commented: “As ALS progresses, patients face
increasing challenges with day-to-day activities, including something as fundamental as swallowing. This innovation
is about flexibility, inclusion, and staying aligned with the needs of people living with ALS. Developing a successful oral
liquid formulation - especially for a therapeutic like NUZ-001 targeting a vulnerable patient population - requires
careful consideration of physical, chemical, and compatibility factors to ensure stability, bioavailability, and patient
usability. By offering NUZ-001 in a liquid form, we’re ensuring that more patients can benefit from the therapy
throughout all stages of disease progression.”
The development of the liquid formulation also marks the launch of a life cycle management (LCM) strategy for NUZ001. LCM transforms a drug from a single-asset product into a long-term, scalable treatment platform, enhancing
both patient value and commercial success. By strategically evolving the product, Neurizon aims to maximise patient
impact, support long-term commercial growth, and drive innovation well beyond the original patent expiry.
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Neurizon Therapeutics Limited
ABN 35 094 006 023
www.neurizon.com
Next Steps
The liquid formulation is currently being integrated into Neurizon’s ongoing clinical development program for NUZ001 and will be evaluated for bioequivalence and patient acceptability alongside the standard tablet form. This
human bioequivalence study is scheduled to commence in H1 CY 2026.
Neurizon remains committed to advancing accessible, patient-informed therapeutic solutions that reflect the lived
experience of those affected by ALS.
-ENDSThis announcement has been authorized for release by the Board of Neurizon Therapeutics Limited.
For further information, please contact:
Dr. Michael Thurn
Managing Director and Chief Execufive Officer
Neurizon Therapeufics Limited
enquiries@neurizon.com
+61 (3) 9692 7222
Lidija Damjanovic
Head of Markefing and Corporate Affairs
Neurizon Therapeufics Limited
lidija@neurizon.com
+61 (0) 425 700 504
Released through: Henry Jordan, Six Degrees Investor Relations, +61 (0) 431 271 538
About Neurizon Therapeutics Limited
Neurizon Therapeutics Limited (ASX: NUZ) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to advancing
treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. Neurizon is developing its lead drug candidate, NUZ-001, for the
treatment of ALS, which is the most common form of motor neurone disease. Neurizon’s strategy is to accelerate
access to effective ALS treatments for patients while exploring the potential of NUZ-001 for broader
neurodegenerative applications. Through international collaborations and rigorous clinical programs, Neurizon is
dedicated to creating new horizons for patients and families impacted by complex neural disorders.
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