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argenx Advances Clinical Development of ARGX-119 in Congenital Myasthenic Syndromes
Phase 1b study supports proof-of-concept in DOK7 congenital myasthenic syndromes Decision informed by favorable safety profile and consistent functional improvement over time across multiple efficacy measures Advancing ARGX-119 further validates strong track record of Immunology Innovation Program (IIP), argenx's collaborative discovery model June 30, 2025, 7:00 AM CET Amsterdam, the Netherlands – argenx SE (Euronext & Nasdaq: ARGX), a global immunology company committed to improving the lives of people suffering from severe autoimmune diseases, today announced its plan to advance the clinical development of ARGX-119, a first-in-class agonist antibody to muscle-specific kinase (MuSK), to a registrational study in patients with congenital myasthenic syndromes (CMS) following the analysis of topline data from the Phase 1b study. Detailed results will be presented at a future medical meeting. “The results of our Phase 1b ARGX-119 study in congenital myasthenic syndromes, an ultra-rare disorder that affects patients from birth, builds on our experience and understanding of myasthenic disorders and aligns with our aspiration to serve even more patients living with these debilitating diseases,” said Luc Truyen, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Medical Officer of argenx. “ARGX-119 is the sixth molecule developed through our Immunology Innovation Program to show proof-of-concept, reflecting the strength of our innovation model where our deep knowledge of the biology and expertise in antibody engineering come together to push the boundaries of what’s possible. argenx remains focused on uncovering new biological insights into misunderstood diseases to meaningfully change the lives of patients who have long-been underserved,” said Peter Ulrichts, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer of argenx. The decision to advance the development of ARGX-119 in CMS is supported by the results of the Phase 1b study. ARGX-119 demonstrated a favorable safety and tolerability profile, which was the primary endpoint. Efficacy was evaluated across multiple secondary and exploratory endpoints, including Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT), Quantitative Myasthenia Gravis (QMG) score and Myasthenia Gravis Activities of Daily Living (MG-ADL) score. Consistent improvements were observed in treated DOK7-CMS patients through the 12-week study across multiple efficacy scores. Phase 1b CMS Study Design About Congenital Myasthenic Syndromes About ARGX-119 About argenx Media: Colin McBean Investors: Alexandra Roy Forward Looking Statements The contents of this announcement include statements that are, or may be deemed to be, “forward looking statements.” These forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the terms “aims,” “committed,” or “plan” and include statements argenx makes concerning its commitment to improving the lives of people suffering from severe autoimmune diseases; its plan to advance the clinical development of ARGX-119 to a registrational study in CMS patients; and its goal of translating immunology breakthroughs into a world-class portfolio of novel antibody-based medicines. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. argenx’s actual results may differ materially from those predicted by the forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including but not limited to, the results of argenx’s clinical trials; expectations regarding the inherent uncertainties associated with the development of novel drug therapies; preclinical and clinical trial and product development activities and regulatory approval requirements; the acceptance of its products and product candidates by its patients as safe, effective and cost-effective; the impact of governmental laws and regulations, including tariffs, export controls, sanctions and other regulations on its business; its reliance on third-party suppliers, service providers and manufacturers; inflation and deflation and the corresponding fluctuations in interest rates; and regional instability and conflicts. A further list and description of these risks, uncertainties and other risks can be found in argenx’s U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings and reports, including in argenx’s most recent annual report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC as well as subsequent filings and reports filed by argenx with the SEC. Given these uncertainties, the reader is advised not to place any undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of publication of this document. argenx undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise the information in this press release, including any forward-looking statements, except as may be required by law. 
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