Academics

Academic Pharmaceuticals is a private research and development company based in Lake Bluff, Illinois, specializing in the development of cardiovascular therapeutics. The company focuses on creating novel parenteral formulations of existing drugs to address unmet needs in emergency and intensive care settings, particularly in the treatment of arrhythmias and heart failure. Academic Pharmaceuticals is known for its expertise in solubilizing insoluble compounds and designing expedited clinical and regulatory pathways. Its lead product, Sotalol IV, was developed in partnership with Hyloris Pharmaceuticals and is commercialized for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. The company's pipeline includes several other cardiovascular candidates, such as intravenous formulations of dofetilide and metolazone, as well as safer formulations of methadone and amiodarone.