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PellePharm

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PellePharm
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pellepharm.com
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Private
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2012
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PellePharm is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing patidegib, a topical hedgehog pathway inhibitor, to treat patients with Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome (Gorlin Syndrome), a rare genetic disorder causing basal cell carcinoma susceptibility.

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11–50
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HeadquartersMenlo Park, United States
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Menlo Park
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United States
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Keyword5 values
rare disease therapeutics, dermatology pharmaceuticals, hedgehog pathway inhibitors, basal cell carcinoma drugs, clinical-stage biopharmaceuticals
Industry2 codes
1Personalized Therapeutic Design (neoantigen vaccines, individualized cell/gene therapies)
CodeHLAAANAKPrimaryYes
2Dermatology Specialty Pharmaceuticals
CodeHLAIACALPrimaryNo
NAICS code1 code
  • Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing325414
SIC code1 code
  • Pharmaceutical Preparations2834
Product category
Dermatology Pharmaceuticals
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Cost components4 values
Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeHardware or Manufacturing
Hardware or Manufacturing
Core offering1 text field

PellePharm develops patidegib, a proprietary hedgehog pathway inhibitor intended to reduce the tumor burden of basal cell carcinomas in patients with Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome (BCNS/Gorlin Syndrome). The company's efforts center on advancing this investigational topical therapeutic through clinical development for a rare genetic dermatologic oncology indication with limited treatment options.

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Product and service1 record
1Patidegib
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Peers6 records
TypeOthers
Description

Lead investor in PellePharm's 2017 Series B and a rare-disease-focused biotech platform with overlapping expertise in genetic and oncologic conditions, potentially serving as a parent/strategic acquirer.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Markets Erivedge (vismodegib), an FDA-approved hedgehog pathway inhibitor for advanced basal cell carcinoma — the most direct systemic competitor to PellePharm's patidegib in BCC/BCNS.

TypeOthers
Description

Late-stage healthcare-focused investor that participated in PellePharm's 2018 financing — relevant as a comparable biotech investor with portfolio company overlap.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Markets Odomzo (sonidegib), another FDA-approved hedgehog pathway inhibitor for locally advanced BCC — a direct mechanistic competitor to patidegib.

TypeEmerging player
Description

Emerging biotech developing hedgehog pathway inhibitors (e.g., taladegib) for oncology indications, representing a peer-stage competitor in the same mechanistic class as PellePharm.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Markets Libtayo (cemiplimab), a PD-1 inhibitor approved for advanced BCC — a competing modality for the same patient population PellePharm targets.

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Profiles6 records

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Funding rounds8 records

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Investors2 records

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Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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PellePharm

Dermatology Pharmaceuticalspellepharm.com

PellePharm is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing patidegib, a topical hedgehog pathway inhibitor, to treat patients with Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome (Gorlin Syndrome), a rare genetic disorder causing basal cell carcinoma susceptibility.

PellePharm firmographics

Firmographics
Name
PellePharm
Website
https://pellepharm.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2012
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Short description
PellePharm is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing patidegib, a topical hedgehog pathway inhibitor, to treat patients with Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome (Gorlin Syndrome), a rare genetic disorder causing basal cell carcinoma susceptibility.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

PellePharm industry classification

Industry
Product category
Dermatology Pharmaceuticals
NAICS
Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing (325414)
SIC
Pharmaceutical Preparations (2834)
akta.pro primary industry
Personalized Therapeutic Design (neoantigen vaccines, individualized cell/gene therapies) (HLAAANAK)
akta.pro secondary industry
Dermatology Specialty Pharmaceuticals (HLAIACAL)

Keywords

  • Rare disease therapeutics
  • Dermatology pharmaceuticals
  • Hedgehog pathway inhibitors
  • Basal cell carcinoma drugs
  • Clinical-stage biopharmaceuticals

Where PellePharm is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Menlo Park
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Markets served

PellePharm business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components
Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

PellePharm product offering

Product offering

Core offering

PellePharm develops patidegib, a proprietary hedgehog pathway inhibitor intended to reduce the tumor burden of basal cell carcinomas in patients with Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome (BCNS/Gorlin Syndrome). The company's efforts center on advancing this investigational topical therapeutic through clinical development for a rare genetic dermatologic oncology indication with limited treatment options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Patidegib

Companies that use PellePharm

Customer profile

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

PellePharm technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

PellePharm competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Others

  • BridgeBio Pharma: Lead investor in PellePharm's 2017 Series B and a rare-disease-focused biotech platform with overlapping expertise in genetic and oncologic conditions, potentially serving as a parent/strategic acquirer.
  • Aisling Capital: Late-stage healthcare-focused investor that participated in PellePharm's 2018 financing — relevant as a comparable biotech investor with portfolio company overlap.

Broad incumbents

  • Novartis: Markets Erivedge (vismodegib), an FDA-approved hedgehog pathway inhibitor for advanced basal cell carcinoma — the most direct systemic competitor to PellePharm's patidegib in BCC/BCNS.
  • Sun Pharma: Markets Odomzo (sonidegib), another FDA-approved hedgehog pathway inhibitor for locally advanced BCC — a direct mechanistic competitor to patidegib.
  • Regeneron: Markets Libtayo (cemiplimab), a PD-1 inhibitor approved for advanced BCC — a competing modality for the same patient population PellePharm targets.

Emerging players

  • Palobiofarma: Emerging biotech developing hedgehog pathway inhibitors (e.g., taladegib) for oncology indications, representing a peer-stage competitor in the same mechanistic class as PellePharm.

Market position

Customer concentration

PellePharm financial estimates

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Valuation estimate

PellePharm leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

PellePharm funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds8 records

Investors2 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

PellePharm M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about PellePharm

What does PellePharm do?

PellePharm develops patidegib, a proprietary hedgehog pathway inhibitor intended to reduce the tumor burden of basal cell carcinomas in patients with Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome (BCNS/Gorlin Syndrome). The company's efforts center on advancing this investigational topical therapeutic through clinical development for a rare genetic dermatologic oncology indication with limited treatment options.

When was PellePharm founded?

PellePharm was founded in 2012. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is PellePharm based?

PellePharm is headquartered in Menlo Park, United States, in the North America region.

Who are PellePharm's main competitors?

Others on record are BridgeBio Pharma and Aisling Capital. Broad incumbents are Novartis, Sun Pharma and Regeneron. Palobiofarma is listed as an emerging player.

Does PellePharm have an API?

No public API is recorded for PellePharm.

What industry is PellePharm in?

PellePharm's product category is Dermatology Pharmaceuticals. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAAANAK, Personalized Therapeutic Design (neoantigen vaccines, individualized cell/gene therapies), with a secondary code of HLAIACAL, Dermatology Specialty Pharmaceuticals. Its NAICS code is 325414 and its SIC code is 2834.

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The Pharma LetterSol-Gel acquires patidegib rights from PellePharmIsrael-based biotech Sol-Gel Technologies has acquired the rights to patidegib, a hedgehog signaling pathway blocker for Gorlin syndrome, from US developer PellePharm. The transaction is expected to close around January 30 and introduces investigational compound SGT-610, which has the potential to be the first approved therapy for this rare disease. Following the announcement, Sol-Gel's shares closed down 2.6% at $5.16.BioPharma DiveLeo, PellePharm strike rare disease dealLeo Pharma has entered a development and commercialization agreement with PellePharm, a BridgeBio company, for the patidegib topical gel targeting Gorlin syndrome. Under the deal, PellePharm will receive $70 million in financing for a global Phase 3 trial and potentially up to $690 million in merger consideration and milestones, while Leo gains an option to acquire all of PellePharm's shares. This partnership marks Leo Pharma's entry into rare disease therapies as part of its strategy to develop treatments for overlooked skin conditions.FierceBiotechLEO Pharma inks $760M rare skin disease R&D deal with PellePharmLEO Pharma has entered into a research collaboration deal with PellePharm, committing up to $760 million for late-stage trials of patidegib and retaining an option to acquire the company. The agreement includes an initial $70 million in equity financing to fund a global phase 3 trial for treating Gorlin syndrome, with potential milestone payments and royalties for PellePharm.