Relmada Therapeutics Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Business Update

Positive initial Phase 2 proof-of-concept data for NDV-01 at AUA 2025 showing a 90% overall response rate at any time in non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (US prevalence 600K patients)

The Phase 2 study for NDV-01 continues with updates at 6, 9 and 12 month data follow-up over the course of 2025. Plans to start Phase III registration trial in H1 2026

Expecting to initiate a Phase 2 study for sepranolone in Prader-Willi syndrome in H1 2026 (US prevalence 20,000 patients)

Conference Call and Webcast Today at 4:30 PM ET

CORAL GABLES, Fla., May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Relmada Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: RLMD, “Relmada” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing innovative therapies for central nervous system and oncology indications, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, and provided a corporate and pipeline update.

“2025 is off to an outstanding start for Relmada,” said Sergio Traversa, CEO of Relmada. “With the addition of NDV-01 and sepranolone, two differentiated Phase 2 product candidates targeting large, underserved markets, we’ve significantly enhanced our pipeline and long-term value proposition. The recently announced proof-of-concept data for NDV-01 presented at AUA 2025 reinforce its potential to become a best-in-class, bladder-sparing treatment for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC).”

“Our strategic focus remains on developing a diverse pipeline with strong scientific rationale, intellectual property protection, and capital-efficient development paths,” added Mr. Traversa. “Looking ahead, we are prioritizing the advancement of NDV-01 and sepranolone into further clinical development.”

“In the second half of 2025, we plan to complete the ongoing NDV-01 Phase 2 study and prepare for the initiation of a Phase III registration trial in the first half of 2026,” said Maged Shenouda, CFO of Relmada. “We also expect to initiate a new Phase 2 study of sepranolone in Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) in the first half of 2026.”

Pipeline Highlights

NDV-01
A sustained-release intravesical formulation of gemcitabine and docetaxel (GEM/DOCE)

  • Indication: High-Grade Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer (HG-NMIBC)
  • U.S. Market Opportunity: ~600,000 prevalent cases
  • Current Status: Phase 2 single-arm study actively enrolling
  • Recent Data (American Urological Association, AUA 2025):
    • 90% Overall Response Rate (18/20 patients)
    • 89% High-Grade Recurrence-Free Survival in papillary disease (16/18)
    • 100% Complete Response in carcinoma in situ (2/2)
  • Next Steps:
    • FDA interactions and product supply scale-up in 2H 2025
    • Initiation of Phase 3 registration-track study in 1H 2026

Sepranolone
A first-in-class GABAA Modulating Steroid Antagonist (GAMSA)

  • Indications: Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS), Tourette Syndrome (TS), Essential Tremor, and other compulsivity-related disorders
  • US Prevalence: Estimated 20,000 for PWS, orphan disease
  • Current Status: Preparing for Phase 2 initiation in PWS
  • Supporting Data:
    • In Tourette syndrome, Phase 2 trial showed a 28% reduction in tic severity (p=0.051) per YGTSS (Yale Global Tic Severity Scale)
    • Improvements in quality of life and symptom scales
    • Favorable safety profile with no CNS or systemic side effects
  • Next Steps:
    • FDA engagement and manufacturing activities in 2025
    • Planned Phase 2 study launch in 1H 2026

First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

  • R&D Expense: $11.9 million (vs. $13.3 million in Q1 2024), reflecting reduced REL-1017 trial costs, partially offset by new asset integration
  • G&A Expense: $6.3 million (vs. $9.7 million), primarily due to lower stock-based compensation
  • Net Cash Used in Operations: $18.1 million (vs. $13.0 million)
  • Net Loss: $17.5 million or $0.58 per share (vs. $21.8 million or $0.72 per share)
  • Cash, Equivalents & Short-Term Investments: $27.1 million as of March 31, 2025 (vs. $44.9 million at year-end 2024)
  • Shares Outstanding: 33,191,622 as of May 7, 2025

Conference Call and Webcast
Relmada will host a conference call today, May 12, 2025, at 4:30 PM ET to discuss its Q1 results and pipeline progress.

  • Dial-in (U.S.): 1-877-407-0792
  • Dial-in (International): 1-201-689-8263
  • Conference ID: 13753596
  • Webcast AccessClick Here

A replay of the webcast will be available on the Investors section of the Relmada website at https://www.relmada.com/investors/ir-calendar.

About NDV-01

NDV-01 is a sustained-release, intravesical formulation of gemcitabine and docetaxel (GEM/DOCE), in development for the treatment of bladder cancer. It was designed to enable GEM/DOCE bladder retention and gradual drug release over 10 days. The formulation creates a soft matrix that enhances local exposure while minimizing systemic toxicity. NDV-01 is easy to administer in-office, in less than 10 minutes, and does not require anesthesia or specialized equipment. It is protected by patents through 2038.

About NMIBC

NMIBC represents ~75% of all bladder cancer cases and is associated with high recurrence (50–75% over 7 years). With over 600,000 prevalent cases in the U.S. and limited treatment options, the market opportunity is significant. NDV-01 has the potential to serve as a frontline or salvage therapy and could be applicable across multiple NMIBC subtypes.

About Sepranolone and GABA Modulation

Sepranolone, a synthetic isoallopregnanolone, selectively modulates GABAA receptors by antagonizing allopregnanolone (ALLO), without disrupting GABA signaling. It targets disorders linked to excess GABAergic activity such as Prader-Willi syndrome, Tourette syndrome, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). More than 335 patients have been treated in trials to date, with an excellent safety profile.

About Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS)

PWS is a rare genetic disorder caused by chromosomal deletions on chromosome 15, leading to neurodevelopmental and behavioral complications. US prevalence is estimated at 20,000 patients. Current treatments address symptoms but do not modify the underlying neurobehavioral pathology.

About Tourette Syndrome (TS)

TS affects more than 350,000 U.S. children and is marked by involuntary tics. Current therapies can have substantial side effects. Sepranolone is an investigational agent that offers a novel mechanism by modulating ALLO, potentially reducing compulsive symptoms more safely than existing dopaminergic therapies.

About Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.

Relmada Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing transformative therapies for central nervous system and oncology-related conditions. Its lead candidates, NDV-01 and sepranolone, are advancing through mid-stage clinical development with the potential to address significant unmet needs.

For more information, visit www.relmada.com.

Forward-Looking Statements:
The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a safe harbor for forward-looking statements made by us or on our behalf. This press release contains statements which constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Any statement that is not historical in nature is a forward-looking statement and may be identified by the use of words and phrases such as “if”, “may”, “expects”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “will”, “will likely result”, “will continue”, “plans to”, “potential”, “promising”, and similar expressions. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements, including potential for Phase 2 NDV-01 data to continue to deliver positive results supporting further development, potential for clinical trials to deliver statistically and/or clinically significant evidence of efficacy and/or safety, failure of top-line results to accurately reflect the complete results of the trial, failure of planned or ongoing preclinical and clinical studies to demonstrate expected results, potential failure to secure FDA agreement on the regulatory path for sepranolone, and NDV-01, or that future sepranolone, or NDV-01 clinical results will be acceptable to the FDA, failure to secure adequate sepranolone, or NDV-01 drug supply, and the other risk factors described under the heading “Risk Factors” set forth in the Company’s reports filed with the SEC from time to time. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed, and actual results may differ materially from those projected. Relmada undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Readers are cautioned that it is not possible to predict or identify all the risks, uncertainties and other factors that may affect future results and that the risks described herein should not be a complete list.

Investor Contact:
Brian Ritchie
LifeSci Advisors
britchie@lifesciadvisors.com

Media Inquiries:
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Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
           
  As of        
  March 31,     As of  
  2025
(Unaudited)
    December 31,
2024
 
Assets          
Current assets:          
Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,149,706     $ 3,857,026  
Short-term investments   25,911,326       41,052,356  
Prepaid expenses   596,410       886,461  
Total current assets   27,657,442       45,795,843  
Other assets   21,975       21,975  
Total assets $ 27,679,417     $ 45,817,818  
               
Commitments and Contingencies (See Note 8)              
               
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity              
               
Current liabilities:              
Accounts payable $ 1,265,010     $ 4,130,563  
Accrued expenses   3,966,411       6,160,827  
Total current liabilities   5,231,421       10,291,390  
Stock appreciation rights   7,505       4,467  
Total liabilities   5,238,926       10,295,857  
               
Stockholders’ Equity:              
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 200,000,000 shares authorized, none issued and outstanding   -       -  
Class A convertible preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 3,500,000 shares authorized, none issued and outstanding   -       -  
Common stock, $0.001 par value, 150,000,000 shares authorized, 33,191,622 and 30,174,202 shares issued and outstanding, respectively   33,191       30,174  
Additional paid-in capital   680,848,800       676,373,822  
Accumulated deficit   (658,441,500 )     (640,882,035 )
Total stockholders’ equity   22,440,491       35,521,961  
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $ 27,679,417     $ 45,817,818  
               


     
Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
(unaudited)
     
  Three months ended  
  March 31,  
  2025     2024  
           
Operating expenses:          
Research and development $ 11,951,023     $ 13,305,306  
General and administrative   6,267,412       9,682,554  
Total operating expenses   18,218,435       22,987,860  
               
Loss from operations   (18,218,435 )     (22,987,860 )
               
Other income:              
Interest/investment income, net   440,287       1,055,888  
Realized gain on short-term investments   62,952       53,133  
Unrealized gain on short-term investments   155,731       50,713  
Total other income   658,970       1,159,734  
               
Net loss $ (17,559,465 )   $ (21,828,126 )
               
Loss per common share – basic and diluted $ (0.58 )   $ (0.72 )
               
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding – basic and diluted   30,408,890       30,132,170  
               


     
Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity
(unaudited)
     
  Three months ended March 31, 2025  
  Common Stock   Additional
Paid-in
  Accumulated        
  Shares   Par Value   Capital   Deficit     Total  
Balance - December 31, 2024 30,174,202   $ 30,174   $ 676,373,822   $ (640,882,035 )   $ 35,521,961  
Stock based compensation -     -     3,572,769     -       3,572,769  
Issuance of Restricted Common Stock 3,017,420     3,017     902,209     -       905,226  
Net loss -     -     -     (17,559,465 )     (17,559,465 )
Balance – March 31, 2025 33,191,622   $ 33,191   $ 680,848,800   $ (658,441,500 )   $ 22,440,491  
                               


     
  Three months ended March 31, 2024  
  Common Stock   Additional
Paid-in
    Accumulated        
  Shares   Par Value   Capital     Deficit     Total  
Balance - December 31, 2023 30,099,203   $ 30,099   $ 646,229,824     $ (560,902,681 )   $ 85,357,242  
Stock based compensation -     -     8,295,468       -       8,295,468  
Options exercised for common stock 74,999     75     246,672       -       246,747  
ATM Fees -     -     (25,000 )     -       (25,000 )
Net loss -     -     -       (21,828,126 )     (21,828,126 )
Balance - March 31, 2024 30,174,202   $ 30,174   $ 654,746,964     $ (582,730,807 )   $ 72,046,331  
                                 


     
Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
     
  Three months ended  
  March 31,  
  2025     2024  
           
Cash flows from operating activities          
Net loss $ (17,559,465 )   $ (21,828,126 )
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:              
Stock-based compensation   4,477,995       8,295,468  
Realized gain on short-term investments   (62,952 )     (53,133 )
Unrealized gain on short-term investments   (155,731 )     (50,713 )
Change in operating assets and liabilities:              
Prepaid expenses   290,051       432,723  
Accounts payable   (2,865,553 )     1,683,092  
Accrued expenses   (2,194,416 )     (1,516,059 )
Stock appreciation rights compensation   3,038       -  
Net cash used in operating activities   (18,067,033 )     (13,036,748 )
               
Cash flows from investing activities              
Purchase of short-term investments   (487,916 )     (7,013,933 )
Sale of short-term investments   15,847,629       17,072,384  
Net cash provided by investing activities   15,359,713       10,058,451  
               
Cash flows from financing activities              
Proceeds from options exercised for common stock   -       246,747  
ATM Fees   -       (25,000 )
Net cash provided by financing activities   -       221,747  
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents   (2,707,320 )     (2,756,550 )
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period   3,857,026       4,091,568  
               
Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period $ 1,149,706     $ 1,335,018  
               

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