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UK regulator takes up first OA disease drug

Source: Longevity Technology • Published: 18 Sept 2026, 12:25

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Longevity Technology.

Report on a potential disease-modifying knee osteoarthritis therapy entering formal regulatory assessment in the UK, with trial imaging and symptom data summarized.

UK regulator takes up first OA disease drug
Key Takeaways
  • Lorecivivint entered formal review with the UK regulator based on Biosplice's clinical data.
  • Phase 3 OA-07 imaging showed maintained or improved medial joint space over two years versus placebo.
  • Pain and function measures improved by 6–12 months compared with placebo, with an injection safety profile similar to placebo.
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