Helus Pharma (HELP) Corporate presentation summary
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Corporate presentation summary
30 Mar, 2026Pipeline and clinical programs
Two proprietary programs, HLP003 and HLP004, target major depressive disorder (MDD) and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), both showing positive Phase 2 safety and efficacy results.
HLP003 is in Phase 3 for adjunctive MDD treatment and has FDA Breakthrough Therapy Designation; HLP004 completed a Phase 2 signal-finding study for GAD.
Pipeline includes potential expansion into additional mental health indications affecting over 200 million people in the U.S.
Over 350 patents filed, with more than 100 granted, providing protection until at least 2041.
HLP003 (MDD) clinical data and advantages
Phase 2 results: 100% response and 71% remission at 12 months for 16 mg dose; all adverse events were mild to moderate.
Demonstrates rapid, durable symptom improvement and favorable safety profile, with no suicidality or serious adverse events.
Deuterated psilocin formulation offers higher plasma levels, faster onset, and greater brain penetration than psilocybin.
Pharmacodynamic effects are reproducible with repeated dosing, with acute effects lasting 4–6 hours.
Phase 3 APPROACH topline data expected in Q4 2026.
HLP004 (GAD) clinical data and advantages
Phase 2 showed rapid, robust, and durable anxiety symptom improvement, with -10 point HAM-A reduction at 6 weeks and effects sustained for at least 6 months.
Up to 70% responders and 40% remitters at 6 months; no regression to baseline unlike placebo.
Favorable safety profile: all adverse events were mild or moderate, transient, and resolved without sequelae.
Intramuscular administration allows rapid discharge within 3 hours, fitting existing clinical infrastructure.
Over 90 patents issued, including composition of matter IP through 2041.
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TD Cowen 4th Annual Novel Mechanisms in Neuropsychiatry Summit 2024 - HLP003 and HLP004 show strong Phase 2 efficacy and safety, advancing toward pivotal trials.HELP
Corporate presentation - Net loss widened to $148M on higher R&D, but cash rose to $157M after major financings.HELP
Q4 2026 - Phase III data for a novel adjunctive MDD therapy expected by year-end, supporting 2028 NDA plans.HELP
7th Annual HCW Neuro Perspectives Hybrid Conference - Lead MDD therapy shows high durability and strong efficacy, with pivotal phase III data due in Q4.HELP
Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference 2026 - Strong cash reserves and pipeline progress offset by higher net loss from increased R&D.HELP
Q3 2026 - Phase II data showed rapid, durable anxiety relief and high remission rates with strong safety.HELP
Study result - 100% response and 71% remission at 12 months for 16mg; Phase 3 trials underway.HELP
Status Update