Acadia’s Launch Of Daybue Astonishes Analysts

Secures Global Rights For Rett Syndrome Drug

Not content with a stunning launch in the US, Acadia has splashed out $100m to bag the worldwide rights from partner Neuren for Rett syndrome therapy Daybue.

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Following the stellar US launch of Daybue, ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc. has decided to grab the global rights to the Rett syndrome drug and another promising neurological disorder candidate from partner Neuren Pharmaceuticals Ltd..

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