Relmada Therapeutics Provides Corporate Update and Reports Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results

Relmada Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: RLMD), a late-stage biotechnology company addressing diseases of the central nervous system (CNS), today provided a corporate update and announced financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021.

 

NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Relmada Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: RLMD), a late-stage biotechnology company addressing diseases of the central nervous system (CNS), today provided a corporate update and announced financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021.

"The multiple clinical studies that comprise RELIANCE, the pivotal Phase 3 program for REL-1017 as a potential adjunctive treatment for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD), continue to progress," said Sergio Traversa, Relmada's Chief Executive Officer. "The program was further advanced with the clear results of the human abuse potential (HAP) study that reenforced the safety findings of the clinical program to date, establishing a highly statistically significant separation from the active control.  Looking ahead, we anticipate multiple key data readouts over the next 12 months, and have added a potential long-term growth driver with the acquisition of development and commercial rights to a novel psilocybin and derivate program. Importantly, our robust R&D initiatives are supported by a strong balance sheet."

Recent Corporate Highlights

  • Announcement of top-line results of the HAP study comparing REL-1017 to oxycodone and placebo, confirming the absence of any meaningful opioid abuse liability of REL-1017.
  • Acquisition of development and commercial rights to a novel psilocybin and derivate program from Arbormentis LLC in all ex-Asia territories, including the U.S. and Europe focusing on neurodegenerative disorders.
  • Presentation of three posters highlighting preclinical and clinical data for REL-1017 at the College on Problems of Drug Dependence 83rd Annual Meeting, and the 2021 American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology Annual Meeting.

Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results

  • Research and development expenses for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021, totaled $17.3 million, compared to $5.3 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2020. The increase was primarily driven by increased costs associated with preparing and conducting RELIANCE, the Company's Phase 3 program for REL-1017.
  • General and administrative expenses for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021, totaled $9.1 million, up from $7.4 million in the second quarter ended June 30, 2020. The increase was primarily driven by increases in personnel costs, stock-based compensation and consulting services.
  • Net loss for the second quarter ended June 30, 2021, was $26.6 million, or a net loss of $1.56 per share, compared with a net loss of $11.1 million, or a net loss of $0.73 per share, in the second quarter of 2020.

Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 Financial Results

  • Research and development expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2021, totaled $31.4 million, compared to $9.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020. The increase was primarily driven by increased costs associated with preparations for and conducting RELIANCE, the Company's Phase 3 program for REL-1017.
  • General and administrative expense for the six months ended June 30, 2021, totaled $17.5 million, compared to $12.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2020. The increase was primarily driven by increases in personnel costs, stock-based compensation and consulting services.
  • The net loss for the Company for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 was $48.8 million and $21.8 million, respectively. The Company had a net loss of $2.90 and $1.45 per share for the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, respectively.
  • As of June 30, 2021, the Company had cash, cash equivalents, and short term investments of $109.1 million, compared to cash, cash equivalents, and short term investments of approximately $117.1 million at December 31, 2021.

Conference Call and Webcast Details

Date:                          

Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Time:                          

4:30pm Eastern Time

Toll Free:                    

855-327-6837

International:              

631-891-4304

Conference ID:          

10015943

Webcast:                    

http://public.viavid.com/index.php?id=146035

About REL-1017

REL-1017, a new chemical entity (NCE) and novel NMDA receptor (NMDAR) channel blocker that preferentially targets hyperactive channels while maintaining physiological glutamatergic neurotransmission, is currently in late-stage development for the treatment of MDD. The ongoing RELIANCE Clinical Research Program is designed to evaluate the potential for REL-1017 as the first rapid-acting, oral, once-daily antidepressant treatment. In a Phase 2 trial, REL-1017 demonstrated robust, rapid and sustained antidepressant effects with statistically significant improvements compared to placebo. The Phase 2 study also confirmed the favorable pharmacokinetic, safety and tolerability profile of REL-1017 observed in previously completed Phase 1 studies.

About Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.

Relmada Therapeutics is a late-stage biotechnology company addressing diseases of the central nervous system (CNS), with a focus on major depressive disorder (MDD). Our experienced and dedicated team is committed to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families. Relmada's lead program, REL-1017, is a new chemical entity (NCE) and novel NMDA receptor (NMDAR) channel blocker that preferentially targets hyperactive channels while maintaining physiological glutamatergic neurotransmission. REL-1017 has entered late-stage development as an adjunctive treatment for MDD in adults.  In addition, the Company is advancing a clinical-stage program in neurodegenerative novel form of psilocybin and derivates.  Learn more at www.relmada.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe harbor for forward-looking statements made by us or on our behalf. This press release contains statements which constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including but not limited to statements regarding the expected use of the proceeds from the offering. Any statement that is not historical in nature is a forward-looking statement and may be identified by the use of words and phrases such as "expects," "anticipates," "believes," "will," "will likely result," "will continue," "plans to," "potential," "promising," and similar expressions. These statements are based on management's current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, including the risk factors described under the heading "Risk Factors" set forth in the Company's reports filed with the SEC from time to time. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed, and actual results may differ materially from those projected. Relmada undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Readers are cautioned that it is not possible to predict or identify all the risks, uncertainties and other factors that may affect future results and that the risks described herein should not be a complete list.

Investor Contact:
Tim McCarthy
LifeSci Advisors
212-915-2564
tim@lifesciadvisors.com

Media Inquiries:
FischTank PR
relmada@fischtankpr.com

Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

 
   

As of

   

As of

 
   

June 30,
2021
(unaudited)

   

December 31,
2020

 

Assets

           

Current assets:

           

     Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

4,669,345

   

$

2,495,397

 

     Short-term investments

   

104,399,140

     

114,595,525

 

     Lease payments receivable – short term

   

82,845

     

79,457

 

     Prepaid expenses

   

1,548,880

     

903,190

 

Total current assets

   

110,700,210

     

118,073,569

 

Fixed assets, net of accumulated depreciation

   

-

     

1,258

 

Other assets

   

25,000

     

25,000

 

Lease payments receivable – long term

   

44,090

     

86,377

 

Total assets

 

$

110,769,300

   

$

118,186,204

 
                 

Commitments and Contingencies (See Note 8)

               
                 

Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity

               
                 

Current liabilities:

               

     Accounts payable

 

$

10,455,922

   

$

8,346,475

 

     Accrued expenses

   

3,460,821

     

4,256,983

 

Total current liabilities

   

13,916,743

     

12,603,458

 
                 

Stockholders' Equity:

               

Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 200,000,000 shares authorized, none issued and
   outstanding

   

-

     

-

 

Class A convertible preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 3,500,000 shares authorized,
   none issued and outstanding

   

-

     

-

 

Common stock, $0.001 par value, 50,000,000 shares authorized, 17,468,819 and
   16,332,939 shares issued and outstanding, respectively

   

17,469

     

16,333

 

Additional paid-in capital

   

324,917,516

     

284,881,716

 

Accumulated deficit

   

(228,082,428)

     

(179,315,303)

 

Total stockholders' equity

   

96,852,557

     

105,582,746

 

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

 

$

110,769,300

   

$

118,186,204

 

 

Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations

(Unaudited)

 
   

Three months ended

   

Six months ended

 
   

June 30,

   

June 30,

 
   

2021

   

2020

   

2021

   

2020

 

Operating expenses:

                       

Research and development

 

$

17,331,507

   

$

5,323,953

   

$

31,353,734

   

$

9,831,737

 

General and administrative

   

9,130,373

     

7,433,249

     

17,513,349

     

12,899,903

 

Total operating expenses

   

26,461,880

     

12,757,202

     

48,867,083

     

22,731,640

 
                                 

Loss from operations

   

(26,461,880)

     

(12,757,202)

     

(48,867,083)

     

(22,731,640)

 
                                 

Other (expenses) income:

                               

Interest/investment income, net

   

322,807

     

404,004

     

742,781

     

811,657

 

Realized (loss) gain on short-term investments

   

(123,590)

     

12,810

     

(176,379)

     

(158,801)

 

Unrealized (loss) gain on short-term investments

   

(289,281)

     

1,221,947

     

(466,444)

     

287,027

 
                                 

Total other (expenses) income

   

(90,064)

     

1,638,761

     

99,958

     

939,883

 
                                 

Net loss

 

$

(26,551,944)

   

$

(11,118,441)

   

$

(48,767,125)

   

$

(21,791,757)

 
                                 

Loss per common share – basic and diluted

 

$

(1.56)

   

$

(0.73)

   

$

(2.90)

   

$

(1.45)

 
                                 

Weighted average number of common shares outstanding
   – basic and diluted

   

17,054,646

     

15,323,051

     

16,814,991

     

15,030,641

 

 

 

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Company Codes: NASDAQ-NMS:RLMD
 
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