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COCP: Topline Results for High-Dose Cohort from Phase 1 Trial of CDI-988 Expected in 2Q25…
By David Bautz, PhD NASDAQ:COCP READ THE FULL COCP RESEARCH REPORT Business Update Update on CDI-988 In January 2025, Cocrystal Pharma, Inc. (NASDAQ:COCP) announced results from the Phase 1 trial of CDI-988 for the prophylaxis and treatment of norovirus, coronavirus, and other viral infections. The results showed the drug had a favorable safety and tolerability profile for dosing up to 800 mg per
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