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Relmada Therapeutics Provides Corporate Update and Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Financial Results

March 23, 2023 | Last Trade: US$4.00 0.30 -6.98

CORAL GABLES, Fla., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Relmada Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: RLMD), a late-stage biotechnology company addressing diseases of the central nervous system (CNS), today provided a corporate update and announced preliminary and unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2022. The Company will host a conference call today, Thursday, March 23, at 4:30 PM Eastern Time/1:30 PM Pacific Time.

"Following the availability of top-line results in the Reliance I (Study 301), one of two Phase 3 sister two-arm, placebo-controlled, pivotal studies evaluating REL-1017 25mg as a potential adjunctive treatment for major depressive disorder (MDD), in December 2022, we have spent the last three months thoroughly analyzing these data and considering the appropriate next steps," said Sergio Traversa, Relmada's Chief Executive Officer. "We are confident that we have identified the key issues that led to the Phase 3 data in Study 301 differing from the positive results we saw in Phase 2. Based on the data generated to date and market potential, we intend to focus on the further development of REL-1017 as an adjunctive treatment. We will implement critical changes to Reliance II (Study 302), the second of our two Phase 3 sister two-arm trials, which is ongoing, and initiate one new trial, Study 304.  The Study 302 protocol amendment has been finalized and is ready to be implemented, and the Study 304 protocol has been drafted, and the study will be ready to initiate by mid-2023."

"We are confident that we have an approvable drug and need to focus on clinical trial execution to accomplish this," continued Mr. Traversa. "From the extensive analyses of Study 301, we now know how to identify the most reliable sites, the most suitable patients, and greatly improve our study protocols.  Importantly, all other pre- and clinical, and CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) pieces are in place for a successful NDA filing for REL-1017. Relmada is sufficiently funded to fully execute the plans for the further development of REL-1017 with Study 302 and Study 304."  

Recent Corporate Highlights

  • Analyzed full data set and final study report for Study 301 to identify key insights to be leveraged in continued development of REL-1017 for the adjunctive treatment of MDD
    • Based on the primary and pre-specified analyses from Study 301, the Company believes the signal of REL-1017's efficacy is clear and warrants continued development
  • Implementing critical changes to ongoing Study 302, for which a protocol amendment has been finalized, and initiating one new trial, Study 304, for which the protocol has been drafted and will be ready to enroll by mid-2023
  • Appointed CNS therapeutics expert Cedric O'Gorman, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer to lead medical, clinical, and regulatory functions in support of the Company's late-stage REL-1017 development program
  • Appointed Fabiana Fedeli, Chief Investment Officer Equities, Multi Asset and Sustainability, at M&G Investments, one of the United Kingdom's largest and longest established investment houses, as an independent director to the Company's Board of Directors

Upcoming Anticipated Milestones for REL-1017

  • Complete enrollment in ongoing Study 302, which is planned to enroll approximately 300 patients, in the first half of 2024
  • Initiate Study 304, as adjunctive treatment for MDD, in mid-2023, with a planned enrollment of approximately 300 patients, with completion anticipated in the second-half of 2024
  • Complete study 310, the open-label study, with data in mid-2023

Fourth Quarter 2022 Financial Results

  • Research and development expense for the three months ended December 31, 2022, totaled $26.9 million, compared to $25.3 million for the three months ended December 31, 2021. The increase was primarily driven by an increase in stock-based compensation costs.
  • General and administrative expense for the three months ended December 31, 2022, totaled $11.8 million compared to $8.9 million for the three months ended December 31, 2021, an increase of approximately $2.9 million. The increase was primarily driven by an increase in stock-based compensation costs.
  • The net loss for the three months ended December 31, 2022, was $37.9 million, or $1.28 per diluted share, compared with a net loss of $34.4 million, or $1.80 per diluted share, for the three months ended December 31, 2021.

Full-Year 2022 Financial Results

  • Research and development expense for the year ended December 31, 2022, totaled $113.3 million, compared to $90.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2021. The increase was primarily driven by increased costs associated with preparing and conducting RELIANCE, the Company's Phase 3 program for REL-1017.
  • General and administrative expense for the year ended December 31, 2022, totaled $47.9 million, compared to $35.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2021. The increase was primarily driven by an increase in stock-based compensation.
  • Net loss for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 was $157.0 million and $125.8 million, respectively. The Company had a net loss of $5.30 and $7.16 per share for the year ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, respectively.
  • As of December 31, 2022, the Company had cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments of approximately $148.3 million, compared to cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments of approximately $211.9 million at December 31, 2021.

Conference Call and Webcast Details

Thursday, March 23rd @ 4:30pm ET

Toll Free:

877-407-0792

International:

201-689-8263

Conference ID:

13735262

Webcast:

https://viavid.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1591728&tp_key=cb7f04a9a4

About REL-1017

REL-1017, a new chemical entity (NCE) and novel NMDA receptor (NMDAR) channel blocker that preferentially targets hyperactive channels while maintaining physiological glutamatergic neurotransmission, is currently in late-stage development for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD). The ongoing Reliance Clinical Research Program is designed to evaluate the potential for REL-1017 as a rapid-acting, oral, once-daily antidepressant treatment. In a Phase 2 trial, REL-1017 demonstrated rapid, robust, and sustained antidepressant effects with statistically significant improvements compared to placebo. The Phase 2 study also showed a favorable pharmacokinetic, safety, and tolerability profile of REL-1017 consistent with results observed in previously completed Phase 1 studies.

About Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.

Relmada Therapeutics is a late-stage biotechnology company addressing diseases of the central nervous system (CNS), with focus on major depressive disorder (MDD). Relmada's experienced and dedicated team is committed to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families. Relmada's lead program, REL-1017, is a new chemical entity (NCE) and novel NMDA receptor (NMDAR) channel blocker that preferentially targets hyperactive channels while maintaining physiological glutamatergic neurotransmission. REL-1017 has entered late-stage development as an adjunctive treatment for MDD in adults. In addition, Relmada is advancing a clinical-stage program in neurodegenerative diseases based on psilocybin and select derivative molecules. Learn more at 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 "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 failure of Reliance trial results to demonstrate clinically significant evidence of efficacy and/or safety, failure of top-line results to accurately reflect the complete results of the trial, failure to obtain regulatory approval of REL-1017 for the treatment of major depressive disorder, 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.

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Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(Unaudited)

 
  

As of

  

As of

 
  

December 31,

  

December 31,

 
  

2022

  

2021

 

Assets

      

Current assets:

      

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

5,395,905

  

$

44,443,439

 

Short-term investments

  

142,926,781

   

167,466,167

 

Lease payments receivable – short term

  

-

   

86,377

 

Other receivables

  

512,432

   

-

 

Prepaid expenses

  

4,035,186

   

11,301,535

 

Total current assets

  

152,870,304

   

223,297,518

 

Other assets

  

34,875

   

28,293

 

Total assets

 

$

152,905,179

  

$

223,325,811

 
         

Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity

        
         

Current liabilities:

        

Accounts payable

 

$

5,261,936

  

$

11,192,502

 

Accrued expenses

  

7,206,941

   

3,868,423

 

Total current liabilities

  

12,468,877

   

15,060,925

 

Total liabilities

  

12,468,877

   

15,060,925

 
         

Commitments and Contingencies (Note 7)

        
         

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, 30,099,203 and
     27,740,147 shares issued and outstanding, respectively

  

30,099

   

27,740

 

Additional paid-in capital

  

602,517,138

   

513,304,258

 

Accumulated deficit

  

(462,110,935)

   

(305,067,112)

 

Total stockholders' equity

  

140,436,302

   

208,264,886

 

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

 

$

152,905,179

  

$

223,325,811

 

Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(Unaudited)

 
  

2022

  

2021

 

Operating expenses:

      

Research and development

 

$

113,322,999

  

$

90,621,570

 

General and administrative

  

47,926,077

   

35,081,922

 

Total operating expenses

  

161,249,076

   

125,703,492

 
         

Loss from operations

  

(161,249,076)

   

(125,703,492)

 
         

Other income (expenses):

        

Gain on settlement of fees

  

6,351,606

   

-

 

Interest/investment income, net

  

2,659,424

   

1,199,077

  

Realized loss on short-term investments

  

(585,522)

   

(636,012)

 

Unrealized loss on short-term investments

  

(4,220,255)

   

(611,382)

 

Total other income (expenses), net

  

4,205,253

   

(48,317)

 
         

Net loss

 

$

(157,043,823)

  

$

(125,751,809)

 
         

Net loss per common share – basic and diluted

 

$

(5.30)

  

$

(7.16)

 
         

Weighted average number of common shares outstanding –
basic and diluted

  

29,628,664

   

17,552,738

 
             

Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity
(Unaudited)

 
  

Common Stock

  

Additional
Paid-in

  

Accumulated

    
  

Shares

  

Par Value

  

Capital

  

Deficit

  

Total

 

Balance – December 31, 2020

  

16,332,939

  

$

16,333

  

$

284,881,716

  

$

(179,315,303)

  

$

105,582,746

 

Stock-based compensation expense

  

-

   

-

   

40,494,476

   

-

   

40,494,476

 

Equity offering, net

  

10,147,059

   

10,147

   

161,216,798

   

-

   

161,226,945

 

Warrants exercised

  

651,674

   

652

   

23,415,384

   

-

   

23,416,036

 

Cashless exercise of warrants

  

433,856

   

433

   

2,627,628

   

-

   

2,628,061

 

Options exercised

  

174,619

   

175

   

668,256

   

-

   

668,431

 

Net loss

  

-

   

-

   

-

   

(125,751,809)

   

(125,751,809)

 

Balance – December 31, 2021

  

27,740,147

   

27,740

   

513,304,258

   

(305,067,112)

   

208,264,886

 

Stock-based compensation expense

  

-

   

-

   

44,194,765

   

-

   

44,194,765

 

ATM offering, net

  

2,094,243

   

2,094

   

42,726,505

   

-

   

42,728,599

 

Share exchange -Prefunded
warrants, net of fees

  

(1,452,016)

   

(1,452)

   

(48,548)

   

-

   

(50,000)

 

Net exercise -Prefunded warrants

  

1,451,795

   

1,452

   

(1,452)

   

-

   

-

 

Warrants exercised

  

181,336

   

181

   

1,264,342

   

-

   

1,264,523

 

Options exercised

  

83,698

   

84

   

703,636

   

-

   

703,720

 

Short swing profit, net

  

-

   

-

   

373,632

   

-

   

373,632

 

Net loss

  

-

   

-

   

-

   

(157,043,823)

   

(157,043,823)

 

Balance – December 31, 2022

  

30,099,203

  

$

30,099

  

$

602,517,138

  

$

(462,110,935)

  

$

140,436,302

 
                                

Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)

 
  

2022

  

2021

 

Cash flows from operating activities

      

Net loss

 

$

(157,043,823)

  

$

(125,751,809)

 

Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:

        

Depreciation expense

  

-

   

1,258

 

Stock-based compensation

  

44,194,765

   

40,494,476

 

Gain on settlement

  

(3,338,518)

   

-

 

Realized loss on short-term investments

  

585,522

   

636,012

 

Unrealized loss on short-term investments

  

4,220,255

   

611,382

 

Change in operating assets and liabilities:

        

Lease payment receivable

  

86,377

   

79,457

 

Other receivable

  

(512,432)

   

-

 

Prepaid expenses and other assets

  

7,259,767

   

(10,401,638)

 

Accounts payable

  

(2,717,983)

   

2,846,027

 

Accrued expenses

  

3,338,518

   

(388,560)

 

Net cash used in operating activities

  

(103,801,617)

   

(91,873,395)

 
         

Cash flows from investing activities

        

Purchase of short-term investments

  

(47,293,763)

   

(222,981,675)

 

Sale of short-term investments

  

67,027,372

   

168,863,639

 

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

  

19,733,609

   

(54,118,036)

 
         

Cash flows from financing activities

        

Payment of fees for warrants issued for common stock

  

(50,000)

   

-

 

Proceeds from issuance of common stock

  

42,728,599

   

184,642,981

 

Proceeds from options exercised for common stock

  

703,720

   

668,431

 

Proceeds from warrants exercised for common stock

  

1,264,523

   

2,628,061

 

Proceeds from short swing profit, net

  

373,632

   

-

 

Net cash provided by financing activities

  

45,020,474

   

187,939,473

 

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

  

(39,047,534)

   

41,948,042

 

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period

  

44,443,439

   

2,495,397

 
         

Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period

 

$

5,395,905

  

$

44,443,439

 

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