SynGenix develops new pain candidate
SynGenix, based in Cambridge in the UK, has developed SGX 355, for long acting relief of neuropathic pain using its proprietary Controlled Kinetics technology.
Neuropathic pain can be associated with a diverse variety of conditions including diabetic neuropathy, amputation, multiple sclerosis and back pain. It is poorly treated by existing medication and has been a major target of pharmaceutical research.
SynGenix's Controlled Kinetics technology has been developed with the derivative of a known medication which is expected to result in significantly improved treatment for neuropathic pain.
'SynGenix's delivery systems are providing platforms for a new generation of drugs for the treatment of pain and neurological disease,' said Tom Saylor, ceo of SynGenix. 'SGX 355 for neuropathic pain is the first of a range of products built around Controlled Kinetics technology, which can offer greatly improved therapeutic benefits from existing drugs.'
The technology utilises advanced drug design chemistry to improve the physical characteristics of drugs and provide drug release systemically. For example, drugs with poor solubility can be formulated for significantly improved bioavailability.
SynGenix is building a portfolio of drugs to treat conditions of the nervous system based upon enhancement of existing medicines through targeting and modification of physical properties.