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Metabasis Therapeutics

San Diego, California, United Statessec.gov ↗
Ownership
Private
Development stage
Phase 2
01

Overview

Metabasis Therapeutics developed a broad pipeline targeting metabolic and liver diseases using proprietary technologies such as HepDirect® for targeted drug delivery to the liver. Its lead programs included a TR Beta agonist for hyperlipidemia, PTP‑1B inhibitors for diabetes, and adenosine regulating agents. Several candidates reached clinical trials; one program licensed out was in Phase III at the time of acquisition.

Therapeutic areas
Metabolic DisordersCardiovascularGastroenterology
Modalities
Small moleculesProdrugs (notably via HepDirect® technology)NuMimetic™ technology-based compounds
Industry
Biotech
02

Drug pipeline

3 assets

CS-917

Phase 2
Indications
Type 2 diabetes

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Partnerships

Roche partnership acquired by Ligand through this dealPeriCor Therapeutics sublicensed rights from MetabasisMerck & Co. (via PeriCor Therapeutics)

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