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Friday, June 25, 2010

Metabolex and Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals : TYPE 2 DIABETES DEVELOPMENT AND LICENSE AGREEMENT

MetabolexJune 22, 2010 — Metabolex, Inc. announced that they have entered into a global development and license agreement with Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OMJPI) to further develop and discover compounds for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and other disorders. Under the agreement, OMJPI will receive an exclusive worldwide license to develop, manufacture, and commercialize several Metabolex programs that are currently at the preclinical stage.

 Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (OMJPI)Under the terms of the agreement, Metabolex will receive an upfront payment and could be eligible to receive development, regulatory, and commercial milestones up to $330 million. Metabolex is also eligible to receive royalties on worldwide sales of marketed products... Metabolex's Press Release -