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NORTH PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESSWIRE / March 19, 2024 / Nascent Biotech, Inc. (OTCQB:NBIO) ("Nascent Biotech", "Nascent", or the "Company"), a clinical-stage biotechnology Company developing monoclonal antibodies targeting various cancer types, and HypoSpray Pharma ("HypoSpray®"), a clinical and commercial stage drug delivery technology company, announced today a collaboration to develop an alternative delivery mechanism for patients who can benefit from Pritumumab ("PTB"), Nascent's lead monoclonal antibody cancer treatment asset, which is now in Phase II clinical research for the treatment of Brain Cancer. Once successfully commercialized, the Company hopes to eliminate bi-weekly weekly infusions, allowing patients to administer Pritumumab and avoid inconvenient, tedious, and uncomfortable multi hour cancer center treatment visits. HypoSpray Pharma of Palm Beach Gardens FL has developed innovative technology for delivering active ingredients across the skin and mucosa. The company has a Drug Master File of record with the FDA for its delivery system, which enables measured application of a biological peptide to mucosal membranes or intact skin, promoting rapid absorption and bioavailability. Nascent CEO, Sean Carrick, commented: "We couldn't be more excited to work with HypoSpray's team and its leading delivery system technology. This collaboration has the potential to drive tangible breakthroughs in cancer treatment and patient care that enable home administration, eventually eliminating the need for bi-weekly multi-hour visits to the infusion center, materially improving quality of life for patients undergoing treatment." HypoSpray® Chairman and co-developer of the HypoSpray® technology, Kenneth Kirby, commented, "We are optimistic about our ability to enable effective delivery of Pritumumab. We have already successfully demonstrated our ability to accomplish similar objectives with several other peptides, including Melanocortin, Insulin, and Incretins, saving patients precious time and energy avoiding traditional infusion delivery." Cancer Drug researcher and Drug Delivery expert, Dr. Chandan Alam, formerly of the William Harvey Institute at the Royal London School of Medicine, said, "Our experience in multiple trials of the HypoSpray® DS technology with small molecules and peptides in pre-clinical trials has demonstrated its ability to rapidly deliver effective doses while enhancing blood-brain cross-over." Dr. William Kirsh, University of Miami Hospital Faculty and expert on End-of-life care, commented, "For patients with life-challenging illness, every minute counts. Eliminating hours of preparation, commuting, and the infusion process will be seen as a significant upgrade by GBM patients - for them, every hour is precious." ABOUT NASCENT Nascent Biotech, Inc. (OTCQB:NBIO) is a phase 2 clinical-stage biotech company pioneering the development of human monoclonal antibodies to be used in the treatment of various cancers, helping people worldwide. The Company's lead candidate, Pritumumab (PTB), is a human monoclonal Antibody (Mab) that has progressed to Phase 2 clinical trials for the treatment of Brain Cancer. For further information please visit our website ABOUT HYPOSPRAY HypoSpray Pharma (Private) is clinical and commercial stage drug delivery technology company, enabling transdermal and transmucosal delivery of small molecules to peptides. The company has opened INDAs with FDA and MHRA and registered the HypoSpray DS as a Phase 4 Drug Master File. The technology provided in a cGMP form is available to licensed, compounding pharmacists to enable their practice. The company's technology is patented and patent pending. For further information please visit our website Forward Looking Safe Harbor Statement Statements in this press release about our future expectations constitute 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and as that term is defined in the Private Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time and our actual results could differ materially from expected results. These risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, Nascent Biotech Inc's ability to target the medical professionals; Nascent Biotech Inc's ability to raise capital; as well as other risks. Additional information about these and other factors may be described in the Nascent Biotech Inc's Form 10, filed on May 2, 2015, and future subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or release any revisions to these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this statement or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law. Corporate Contact: Sean Carrick | President | CEO | Nascent Biotech, Inc. 772.713.0541 Cell | sean.carrick@nascentbiotech.com Public Relations: EDM Media, LLC SOURCE: Nascent Biotech Inc. View the original press release on accesswire.com

Versavo® (bevacizumab) is indicated for the treatment of several types of cancers including metastatic colorectal cancer, advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer, recurrent glioblastoma, metastatic renal cell carcinoma, advanced cervical cancer, ovarian cancer and metastatic breast cancer Versavo® is the first Dr. Reddy’s biosimilar product to be approved and launched in the UK Previously, Dr. Reddy’s launched Versavo® in India in 2019 and subsequently in other countries such as Thailand, Ukraine, Nepal and Jamaica. In Colombia, the product was launched under the brand name Persivia®. HYDERABAD, India--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. (BSE: 500124, NSE: DRREDDY, NYSE: RDY, NSEIFSC: DRREDDY; hereafter referred to as “Dr. Reddy’s”), a global pharmaceutical company, announced the launch of Versavo® (bevacizumab) in the United Kingdom (UK). Dr. Reddy’s Versavo® is a (bevacizumab) biosimilar of Avastin®1 and indicated for the treatment of several types of cancers, including metastatic colorectal cancer, advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer, recurrent glioblastoma, metastatic renal cell carcinoma, advanced cervical cancer, ovarian cancer and metastatic breast cancer2. Versavo® is the first Dr. Reddy’s biosimilar product to be approved and launched in the UK. It is available in strengths of 100mg and 400mg single use vials. Dr. Reddy’s launched Versavo® in India in 2019. Subsequently, Versavo® was introduced in other markets such as Thailand, Ukraine, Nepal, and Jamaica under the same brand name. In Colombia, the product was launched under the brand name Persivia®. Dr. Jayanth Sridhar, Global Head of Biologics at Dr. Reddy’s, said: “The launch of Versavo® in a highly regulated market underscores our capability for global clinical development of high-quality biosimilar products. Versavo® is a potential treatment option for patients with different types of cancers. This launch reinforces our commitment to bring more biosimilar and other critical biological products to meet the unmet needs of patients, and strengthens our focus on oncology.” About Dr. Reddy’s Versavo®: Versavo® is bevacizumab biosimilar from Dr. Reddy's. Bevacizumab is the first antiangiogenic therapy proven to slow metastatic disease progression in patients with cancer. It is a humanized recombinant antibody that targets human vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), leading to deterred angiogenesis and tumor growth3. About Dr. Reddy’s biosimilars programme: Dr. Reddy’s biosimilars business is part of our key strategic initiatives expected to drive both near-term and long-term growth. Over the last 25 years, our Biologics team has developed into a fully integrated organisation with robust capabilities in the development, manufacture and commercialisation of a range of biosimilar products in oncology and immunology. We have a current portfolio of six commercial products marketed in India, with some products marketed in more than 25 other countries. In addition, we have several products in the pipeline in oncology and auto-immune diseases in various stages of development for global launches across regulated as well as emerging markets. We are also ramping up manufacturing capacity to support our global expansion plans. In July 2023, our proposed rituximab biosimilar application was accepted for review by the USFDA, EMA and MHRA. About Dr. Reddy’s: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. (BSE: 500124, NSE: DRREDDY, NYSE: RDY, NSEIFSC: DRREDDY) is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Hyderabad, India. Established in 1984, we are committed to providing access to affordable and innovative medicines. Driven by our purpose of ‘Good Health Can’t Wait’, we offer a portfolio of products and services including APIs, generics, branded generics, biosimilars and OTC. Our major therapeutic areas of focus are gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, diabetology, oncology, pain management and dermatology. Our major markets include – USA, India, Russia & CIS countries, China, Brazil and Europe. As a company with a history of deep science that has led to several industry firsts, we continue to plan ahead and invest in businesses of the future. As an early adopter of sustainability and ESG actions, we released our first Sustainability Report in 2004. Our current ESG goals aim to set the bar high in environmental stewardship; access and affordability for patients; diversity; and governance. For more information, log on to: . 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Actual results, performance or events may differ materially from those in such statements due to without limitation, (i) general economic conditions such as performance of financial markets, credit defaults , currency exchange rates, interest rates, persistency levels and frequency / severity of insured loss events, (ii) mortality and morbidity levels and trends, (iii) changing levels of competition and general competitive factors, (iv) changes in laws and regulations and in the policies of central banks and/or governments, (v) the impact of acquisitions or reorganization, including related integration issues, and (vi) the susceptibility of our industry and the markets addressed by our, and our customers’, products and services to economic downturns as a result of natural disasters, epidemics, pandemics or other widespread illness, including coronavirus (or COVID-19), and (vii) other risks and uncertainties identified in our public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those listed under the "Risk Factors" and "Forward-Looking Statements" sections of our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended March 31, 2023. The company assumes no obligation to update any information contained herein. 1 Avastin® is a registered trademark of Roche. 2 3 View source version on businesswire.com: Contacts INVESTOR RELATIONS RICHA PERIWAL richaperiwal@drreddys.com MEDIA RELATIONS USHA IYER ushaiyer@drreddys.com Source: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. View this news release online at:

Podium presentation will include clinical updates from the Company's Phase 2 clinical trials investigating azeliragon, in combination with radiation therapy with or without temozolomide, in newly diagnosed glioblastoma WESTON, Fla., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cantex Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a clinical stage pharmaceutical company focused on developing transformative therapies for cancer and other life-threatening medical conditions for which new treatments are urgently needed, announced today that the Company's CEO, Stephen Marcus, M.D., will be an expert speaker at 5th Annual Glioblastoma Drug Development Summit, which will be held March 26-28 at the Hilton Boston Logan Airport. In a podium presentation titled, "Delving into a Clinical Update on Azeliragon for GBM - Implementable Lessons for Small Molecule Success," Dr. Marcus will update the Company's progress with its two ongoing azeliragon Phase 2 clinical trials. In those clinical trials, azeliragon is being studied in combination with radiation therapy with or without temozolomide in patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma (GBM). In addition, Dr. Marcus will also highlight azeliragon's potential effect on cerebral edema and its potential ability to reduce dexamethasone dosing in GBM treatment. GBM is a highly malignant primary brain tumor for which current therapeutic options provide a limited life extension benefit. In 2023, Cantex received Food and Drug Administration Orphan Drug Designation for azeliragon for the treatment of glioblastoma. FDA Orphan Drug Designation provides Cantex with seven years of azeliragon marketing exclusivity from the time of product launch for the orphan indication, and several other important benefits, including assistance in the drug development process, tax credits for clinical costs, and exemptions from certain FDA fees. "We look forward to meeting with esteemed colleagues and researchers to discuss the many important advances being made to combat this challenging and devastating form of cancer and azeliragon's progress in our two Phase 2 GBM clinical trials," said Dr. Marcus. "We are excited to discuss this novel clinical candidate and its unique mechanism of action, which we believe has the potential to impact several devastating cancers that continue to challenge researchers, oncologists, and patients." Details of the event are as follows: During the conference, Dr. Marcus will conduct one-on-one meetings to review the Company's business and clinical development strategy, recent corporate achievements, and upcoming milestones. About Azeliragon Azeliragon is an orally administered capsule, taken once daily, that inhibits interactions of the receptor for advanced glycation end products (known as RAGE) with certain ligands, including HMGB1 and S100 proteins in the tumor microenvironment. Azeliragon was discovered by and originally under development for Alzheimer's disease by vTv Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: VTVT) from which Cantex licensed worldwide rights to azeliragon. Clinical safety data from these trials, involving more than 2000 individuals dosed for periods up to 18 months, indicate that azeliragon is very well tolerated. Cantex has ongoing Phase 2 clinical trials in glioblastoma, brain metastasis, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer, and a Phase 3 trial in hospitalized patients with pneumonia to prevent acute kidney injury. These trials are based on azeliragon's robust preclinical data as well as its extensive clinical safety information from randomized placebo-controlled clinical trials. About Cantex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Cantex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a privately held, clinical stage pharmaceutical company focused on developing transformative therapies for cancer and other life-threatening medical conditions for which new treatments are urgently needed. For more information, please visit . About vTv Therapeutics Inc. vTv Therapeutics Inc. is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing oral, small molecule drug candidates, led by cadisegliatin (TTP399), a potentially transformative treatment for the reduction of hypoglycemic episodes in type 1 diabetes patients. To learn more please visit vtvtherapeutics.com. Contact Information: Tiberend Strategic Advisors, Inc. Investors Daniel Kontoh-Boateng +1 862-213-1398 dboateng@tiberend.com Media Casey McDonald +1 646-577-8520 cmcdonald@tiberend.com Cantex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Stephen G. Marcus, M.D. +1 954-315-3660 info@cantex.com Juan F. Rodriguez +1 954-315-3660 info@cantex.com Company Codes: NASDAQ-NMS:VTVT