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Teva Announces Proposed Acquisition of a Novel Neuroscience Product Reinforcing Disciplined Business Development Approach Under Pivot to Growth Strategy 

$TEVAPress releaseAug 28, 2026, 6:17 AM ETRead the release

Teva has entered an agreement to act as the stalking horse bidder for BioXcel Therapeutics' neuroscience asset BXCL501, offering an upfront payment of $57.5 million plus up to $67.5 million in contingent payments. The dexmedetomidine sublingual film is currently under FDA review with a PDUFA target action date of November 14, 2026, for the at-home treatment of agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.

Key figures

Drug Name
BXCL501 (dexmedetomidine sublingual film)
Deal Value Usd
57500000
Pdufa date
November 14, 2026
Upfront payment
$57.5 million
Contingent payments max
$67.5 million

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