Biohaven says opakalim triples median time to second seizure day in idiopathic generalized epilepsy trial

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  • Biohaven flagged new clinical data for epilepsy drug opakalim, with additional updates set for presentation at its R&D Day on May 27, 2026.
  • A small controlled study in idiopathic generalized epilepsy showed a clear signal of improved seizure control versus placebo.
  • An ongoing open-label study in refractory focal epilepsy showed many patients sustained meaningful reductions in seizure frequency over extended treatment.
  • A compassionate-use case in a child with KCNQ2-related epilepsy indicated continued clinical stability with ongoing seizure control.
  • Biohaven reiterated plans for top-line results in 2H 2026 from the first of two pivotal Phase 2/3 studies in refractory focal epilepsy.


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