PTC Therapeutics Presents New Sepiapterin Data from Ongoing Studies
— Results show 97% of phenylalanine (Phe) tolerance study participants were able to increase
their dietary Phe intake with a mean increase of 126% —
— Genetic variant analysis of Phase 3 APHENITY trial demonstrates meaningful effect in
classical subjects with non-BH4 responsive genotypes —
WARREN, N.J., March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PTC Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTCT) today shared new data being presented from the Phase 3 APHENITY trial and subsequent open-label extension study at the 2025 American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ACMG) Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting. These data provide further evidence of the potential meaningful benefits of sepiapterin treatment for the full spectrum of phenylketonuria (PKU) patients, including significant diet liberalization.
Key data presented include:
- Over 97% of subjects participating in the Phe tolerance protocol of the APHENITY open-label extension study demonstrate the ability to liberalize their diet while on sepiapterin treatment, with a mean increase in protein intake of 126%
- 66% of subjects participating in the Phe tolerance sub study reached or exceeded the age-adjusted recommended daily allowance of protein intake for an individual without PKU, while maintaining control of blood Phe levels
- Genetic variant analysis of subjects participating in the APHENITY study demonstrates that over 70% had a Genotype-Phenotype Value (GPV) consistent with classical PKU
"These new data provide further evidence of the meaningful benefit sepiapterin can provide for children and adults with PKU, including those with the most severe form of the disease," said Matthew B. Klein, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of PTC Therapeutics. "Furthermore, the treatment benefit demonstrated in individuals with mutations not responsive to BH4 and consistent with classical disease phenotype support the potential to penetrate all key patient segments."
The data were presented in a poster titled "Interim Results From the APHENITY Extension Study: Sepiapterin Reduces Blood Phe with Improved Dietary Phe Tolerance in Participants With Phenylketonuria" and in a symposium presented by Nicola Longo, M.D., Ph.D., Professor and Chief of Division of Clinical Genetics at the University of California, Los Angeles and Suzanne Hollander, M.S., R.D., L.D.N., Senior Clinical Nutrition Specialist and Associate Director of PKU Program at Boston Children's Hospital.
About Sepiapterin
Sepiapterin (formerly PTC923), an oral formulation of synthetic sepiapterin, has a dual mechanism of action to increase activity of the phenylalanine hydroxylase (PAH) enzyme. First, sepiapterin is a precursor compound that is rapidly absorbed and converted intracellularly to tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4), a critical cofactor of PAH. Sepiapterin also has an independent pharmacological chaperone effect, correcting PAH misfolding to enhance the enzyme function. Through this dual mechanism of action, sepiapterin effectively reduces blood phenylalanine (Phe) levels and has the potential to treat a broad range of PKU patients.
About Phenylketonuria
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare, inherited metabolic disease, which affects the brain. It is caused by a defect in the gene that helps create the enzyme needed to break down phenylalanine. If left untreated or poorly managed, phenylalanine – an essential amino acid found in all proteins and most foods – can build up to harmful levels in the body. This causes severe and irreversible disabilities, such as permanent intellectual disability, seizures, delayed development, memory loss, and behavioral and emotional problems. Newborns with phenylketonuria initially don't have any symptoms, but symptoms are usually progressive, and damage caused by toxic levels of phenylalanine in the first few years of life is irreversible. Diagnosis of phenylketonuria usually takes place during newborn screening programs. There are an estimated 58,000 people with phenylketonuria globally.
About PTC Therapeutics, Inc.
PTC is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of clinically differentiated medicines that provide benefits to children and adults living with rare disorders. PTC's ability to globally commercialize products is the foundation that drives investment in a robust and diversified pipeline of transformative medicines and our mission to provide access to best-in-class treatments for patients who have an unmet medical need. The company's strategy is to leverage its strong scientific expertise and global commercial infrastructure to maximize value for its patients and other stakeholders. To learn more about PTC, please visit us at www.ptcbio.com and follow us on Facebook, X, and LinkedIn.
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