Edgewise Therapeutics Shares Soar 50% on Promising Early Data for HCM Drug EDG-7500

Edgewise Therapeutics’ stock catapults 50% following positive early-stage safety data for its heart disease drug candidate, EDG-7500, which targets hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). This development positions the drug as a potential competitor to established treatments like Bristol Myers Squibb’s Camzyos and Cytokinetics’ aficamten.

The recent data from Edgewise showed that EDG-7500 was well-tolerated in healthy participants and demonstrated encouraging results in patients with obstructive HCM. Phase 1 trials reported strong safety outcomes, while early Phase 2 data revealed significant improvements in key heart health indicators. Additionally, left ventricle ejection fraction— a critical measure of heart function — remained stable in all participants, further underscoring the drug’s potential effectiveness and safety profile.

Given these positive results, Edgewise is moving forward with the next stage of the study, targeting a larger patient population, according to Chief Development Officer Dr. Marc Semigran.

Edgewise Therapeutics’ EDG-7500 is gaining attention in the cardiology field with its promising early data, establishing itself as a strong contender in the HCM treatment landscape. This progress could drive further innovations in heart disease treatments and bring new opportunities for growth in the sector.

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