ContraVir Pharmaceuticals Announces Proposed Public Offering of Common Stock and Warrants
The shares of common stock and warrants described above are being offered pursuant to a shelf registration statement previously filed with and declared effective by the
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of ContraVir’s securities. No offer, solicitation or sale will be made in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offering, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.
About
ContraVir is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of targeted antiviral therapies with a specific focus on developing a potentially curative therapy for hepatitis B virus (HBV). The Company is developing two novel anti-HBV compounds with complementary mechanisms of action. One compound, TXL™ (formerly CMX157), is a highly potent analog of the successful antiviral drug Viread® (tenofovir disoproxil fumerate), and is currently in Phase 2a of development. TXL™ has demonstrated the potential for low, once-daily dosing and decreased systemic exposure compared to tenofovir, thereby potentially reducing renal and bone side effects. CRV431, the other anti-HBV compound, is a next-generation cyclophilin inhibitor with a unique structure that increases its potency and selective index against HBV. ContraVir is also developing Valnivudine, an orally available nucleoside analogue prodrug; Valnivudine is currently in Phase 3 for the treatment of herpes zoster. In addition to direct antiviral activity, Phase 2 data suggest that Valnivudine has the potential to reduce the incidence of debilitating shingles-associated pain known as post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN). For more information visit www.contravir.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements, including statements relating to ContraVir’s expectations regarding the timing of the proposed public offering. These statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties and actual results could differ materially from those projected. ContraVir cautions investors not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements contained in this release. These risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, risks and uncertainties related to market conditions related to the public offering. There can be no assurance that ContraVir will be able to complete the public offering on the anticipated terms, or at all. ContraVir does not undertake an obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement. Investors should read the risk factors set forth in ContraVir's Form 10-K for the year ended
For further information, please contact:Sharen Pyatetskaya Director of Investor Relations sp@contravir.com; (732) 902-4028