BDSI Announces Positive Key Secondary Efficacy Endpoint Results for BEMA(TM) Fentanyl.BEMA(TM) Fentanyl fentanyl /fen·ta·nyl/ (fen´tah-nil) an opioid analgesic; the citrate salt is used as an adjunct to anesthesia, in the induction and maintenance of anesthesia, in combination with droperidol (or similar agent) as a neuroleptanalgesic, and Phase III Noun 1. phase III - a large clinical trial of a treatment or drug that in phase I and phase II has been shown to be efficacious with tolerable side effects; after successful conclusion of these clinical trials it will receive formal approval from the FDA data demonstrates statistical significance compared to placebo in relieving pain within 15 minutes in patients with breakthrough cancer pain MORRISVILLE, N.C. -- BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc. (Nasdaq: BDSI BDSI Brooks Divinity School, Inc (Denver, CO) ) announced additional statistically significant results with BEMA(TM) Fentanyl in cancer patients with breakthrough pain in its Phase III efficacy clinical trial for the product. Results were based on the company's continuing analysis of the secondary efficacy endpoints from the study. A key secondary endpoint was the SPID (Service Profile IDentifier) A number assigned to an ISDN line by the telephone company that indicates which services the ISDN device can access. The SPID is used by the central office switch, and depending on the type of switch, either one or two SPIDs or none at all 15 (Summary of Pain Intensity Difference at 15 minutes), a measure of the speed of onset of the medication. The study data indicate that the SPID 15 was significantly higher on BEMA(TM) Fentanyl than with placebo. On April 25, 2007, BDSI announced statistically significant results of its primary efficacy endpoint for the BEMA(TM) Fentanyl Phase III trial, SPID 30 (Summary of Pain Intensity Difference at 30 minutes). BEMA[TM] Fentanyl consists of a small, dissolvable polymer disc, formulated with the opioid narcotic narcotic, any of a number of substances that have a depressant effect on the nervous system. The chief narcotic drugs are opium, its constituents morphine and codeine, and the morphine derivative heroin. See also drug addiction and drug abuse. fentanyl, for application to the buccal buc·cal adj. 1. Of, relating to, adjacent to, or in the direction of the cheek. 2. Of or relating to the mouth cavity. buccal (inner lining of cheek) membranes. Upon administration, BEMA(TM) Fentanyl is designed to deliver a rapid, reliable dose of drug across the mucous membranes Mucous membranes The inner tissue that covers or lines body cavities or canals open to the outside, such as nose and mouth. These membranes secrete mucus and absorb water and salts. Mentioned in: Leprosy, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Topical Anesthesia . In addition to the SPID 15 endpoint, the company also reported that the overall global analysis of the treatment, which represents each patient's overall satisfaction with the product, was also found to be statistically superior to the placebo. Dr. Andrew Finn, BDSI's Executive Vice President of Product Development, stated: "We are very pleased with the outcome of the results from our current secondary endpoint analyses from our Phase III efficacy study which, as previously announced, we plan to present along with other efficacy and safety data at an upcoming scientific forum to be determined. We are particularly pleased to see that the onset of analgesia analgesia /an·al·ge·sia/ (an?al-je´ze-ah) 1. absence of sensibility to pain. 2. the relief of pain without loss of consciousness. with BEMA[TM] Fentanyl is rapid, since a quick onset of action onset of action Pharmacology The length of time needed for a medicine to become effective. See Therapeutic drug monitoring. is one of the anticipated features of delivering fentanyl through the mucosal membrane and a major need for our target patients." Dr. Mark Sirgo, President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of BDSI, commented: "These additional efficacy results continue to define the profile of BEMA(TM) Fentanyl in treating breakthrough cancer pain. Based on the combination of what we believe is a convenient and comfortable delivery form with the early pain intensity reduction demonstrated in our study, we remain confident that BEMA[TM] Fentanyl has the potential to play an important role in the future treatment of breakthrough cancer pain. Based on this additional efficacy information, and assuming NDA (Non Disclosure Agreement) An agreement signed between two parties that have to disclose confidential information to each other in order to do business. In general, the NDA states why the information is being divulged and stipulates that it cannot be used for any acceptance and approval by FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. and that our development and commercialization activities will continue as planned, we continue to believe we will ultimately reach our annual peak sales projection of $250 million for the treatment of breakthrough cancer pain." BDSI recently announced that the New Drug Application (NDA) for BEMA(TM) Fentanyl is scheduled for submission during the third quarter of 2007. Prior to this submission, BDSI will conduct a pre-NDA meeting with the FDA on June 28, 2007 to discuss results of the efficacy trial, along with the safety data and other requirements for the NDA submission. About the BEMA([TM]) Technology BDSI's BEMA[TM] drug delivery technology consists of a dissolvable, dime-sized polymer disc for application to the mucosal (inner lining of cheek) membrane. BEMA[TM] discs deliver a rapid, reliable dose of drug across mucous membranes for time-critical conditions or trauma cases where intravenous lines or injections are unavailable or not practical. About BEMA[TM] Fentanyl BDSI's lead product under development is BEMA[TM] Fentanyl, a treatment for "breakthrough" cancer pain (i.e., episodes of severe pain which "break through" the medication used to control the persistent pain). BDSI believes there is a clear need and growing market for additional narcotic agents in alternative dosage forms to provide rapid pain relief. Fentanyl belongs to the group of medicines called narcotic analgesics Analgesics Definition Analgesics are medicines that relieve pain. Purpose Analgesics are those drugs that mainly provide pain relief. , which are used to relieve pain. The transmucosal form of fentanyl is a powerful narcotic used to treat breakthrough cancer pain. BDSI believes that fentanyl applied with its BEMA[TM] disc technology has the potential to meet the market need for new narcotics narcotics n. 1) techinically, drugs which dull the senses. 2) a popular generic term for drugs which cannot be legally possessed, sold, or transported except for medicinal uses for which a physician or dentist's prescription is required. and, BDSI believes, will be well suited for breakthrough cancer pain in opioid-tolerant patients. About BioDelivery Sciences International BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company that is focused on developing innovative products to treat acute conditions such as pain. The company utilizes its owned and licensed patented drug delivery technologies to develop, partner and commercialize, clinically-significant new products using proven therapeutics. BDSI's pain franchise currently consists of two products in development utilizing the company's patented BEMA[TM] oral adhesive disc technology: BEMA(TM) Fentanyl, a treatment for "breakthrough" cancer pain, and BEMA(TM) LA, a second analgesic analgesic (ăn'əljē`zĭk), any of a diverse group of drugs used to relieve pain. Analgesic drugs include the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as the salicylates, narcotic drugs such as morphine, and synthetic drugs with a target indication of the treatment of moderate to severe pain. The company is also working with both its BEMA(TM) technology and its patented Bioral([R]) nanocochleate technology on products targeted at other acute treatment opportunities such as insomnia, nausea and vomiting Nausea and Vomiting Definition Nausea is the sensation of being about to vomit. Vomiting, or emesis, is the expelling of undigested food through the mouth. , and infections. The company's headquarters are located in Morrisville, North Carolina Morrisville is a town in Wake County, North Carolina, USA. The population was 5,208 at the 2000 census. A Special Census was conducted by the United States Census Bureau in March 2004, when the population was enumerated at 11,915. and its principal laboratory is located in Newark, New Jersey. For more information please visit www.bdsinternational.com. Forward-Looking Statements Note: Except for the historical information contained herein, this press release and the statements of representatives of BioDelivery Sciences International, Inc. 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