NDA Submission for Cytisinicline
Achieve Life Sciences plans to submit the NDA for cytisinicline as a treatment for nicotine dependence for smoking cessation with the FDA at the end of the next quarter, marking a major milestone as the first new drug for nicotine dependence in nearly 20 years.
Breakthrough Therapy Designation
Cytisinicline received Breakthrough Therapy designation for vaping cessation, highlighting its potential as a first-in-class treatment for e-cigarette or vaping cessation.
Financial Health
The company's cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities were $34.4 million as of December 31, 2024, up from $15.6 million on December 31, 2023, indicating a strong financial position to support operations into the third quarter of 2025.
Leadership Strengthening
The leadership team was bolstered with the hiring of a new CFO, Mark Oki, and the appointment of Dr. Kristen Slaoui and Nancy Phelan to the Board of Directors, bringing extensive leadership experience.
Successful Clinical Trials
Completion of the ORCA Open Label Long-Term Safety Exposure clinical trial and meeting the FDA’s requirement of treating 300 subjects for six months with cytisinicline, advancing towards NDA submission.