US drug major Bristol-Myers Squibb has entered a global collaboration with two Japanese companies, Nissan Chemical Industries and Teijin Pharma for the development and commercialization of NTC-801, a selective inhibitor of the acetylcholine-activated potassium ion channel (IKACh), currently in Phase I development in Japan for the maintenance of normal sinus rhythm in patients with atrial fibrillation.
Under the terms of the agreement, Nissan Chemical and Teijin will grant B-MS these exclusive rights on NTC-801, and certain backup compounds, worldwide, excluding Japan.
$40 million upfront
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