Larimar Therapeutics' CTI-1601, a potential first-in-class treatment for Friedreich's ataxia, shows promise in modifying disease progression and restoring mitochondrial function. The company has a solid cash runway, sufficient liquidity, and trades at reasonable valuations compared to its upside potential. LRMR's favorable Phase 1/2 trial results bolster CTI-1601's approval odds, with a potential Biologics License Application submission by 2H2025.
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The FDA removes the partial clinical hold on Larimar's (LRMR) nomlabofusp clinical program for the treatment of patients with Friedreich's Ataxia.