UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
FORM 8-K
 
CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) of the SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 13, 2020
 
VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
NEVADA
000-54014
20-5093315
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer Identification Number)
 
343 Allerton Ave.
South San Francisco, California 94090
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
(650) 577-3600
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
 
Not Applicable
 (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)
 
 
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
 
Title of each class
Trading Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share
VTGN
Nasdaq Capital Market
 
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR 230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR 240.12b-2)
 
Emerging Growth Company 
 
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act 
 
  

 
 
 
Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
 
On August 13, 2020, VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release to announce the Company’s financial results for its fiscal year 2021 first quarter ended June 30, 2020. A copy of the press release is attached to this Current Report on Form 8-K as Exhibit 99.1.
 
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.
 
On August 14, 2020, the Company began utilizing a new corporate presentation. A copy of the updated corporate presentation is attached to this Current Report on Form 8-K as Exhibit 99.2.
 
Disclaimer.
 
The information in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including the information set forth in Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2, are being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), nor shall Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 filed herewith be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
 
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
 
(d) Exhibits Index
 
Exhibit No.
 
Description
 
 
 
 
Press Release issued by VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc., dated August 13, 2020
 
VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc. Corporate Presentation, dated August 2020
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Signatures
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
 
 
VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc.
 
 
 
 Date: August 14, 2020
By:
/s/ Shawn K. Singh
 
 
Shawn K. Singh
Chief Executive Officer
 
 
 
 
 
ex99-1
 
  Exhibit 99.1
VistaGen Therapeutics Reports Fiscal 2021 First Quarter Financial Results and Highlights CNS Pipeline and Business Progress
 
Company Received Over $17.5 Million Net Proceeds from PH94B Upfront License Payment and Public Offering of Common Stock Subsequent to Quarter-end
  Positive Meeting with the FDA Sets Key Aspects of Pivotal PH94B Phase 3 Study
 
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., August 13, 2020 -- (BUSINESS WIRE)—VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VTGN), a biopharmaceutical company developing new generation medicines for anxiety, depression and other central nervous system (CNS) disorders, today reported financial results for its fiscal 2021 first quarter ended June 30, 2020.
 
"We accomplished several meaningful milestones thus far this fiscal year that positively impact our clinical development programs, including our PH94B Phase 3 program in social anxiety disorder. We reached consensus with the FDA on the key aspects of the design of our pivotal Phase 3 clinical studies of PH94B for acute treatment of anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder. This design is similar to the design of the highly statistically significant Phase 2 study of PH94B in social anxiety disorder,” said Shawn Singh, Chief Executive Officer of VistaGen. “Additionally, we received the $5 million upfront license payment from our partnering arrangement with EverInsight Therapeutics for Phase 3 development and commercialization of PH94B in key markets in Asia. We also completed a successful public offering of our common stock, resulting in gross proceeds to us of $14.29 million. These accomplishments significantly strengthen our go-forward development plans. We believe now more than ever; the global society needs new, safe, fast-acting treatments for anxiety and depression andwe remain committed to achieving that goal." 
 
Financial Highlights During and Subsequent to the Fiscal 2021 First Quarter:
 
VistaGen received a $5 million non-dilutive upfront license payment from EverInsight Therapeutics, the Company’s strategic partner for Phase 3 development and commercialization of PH94B for anxiety-related disorders in multiple key markets in Asia.
 
VistaGen completed an underwritten public offering of common stock resulting in gross proceeds of $14.29 million to the Company, before underwriting discounts and commissions and offering expenses.
 
CNS Pipeline Highlights:
 
VistaGen reached consensus with the FDA on key aspects regarding the Company’s initial pivotal Phase 3 study of PH94B for acute treatment of anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder (SAD) that, among other details, may provide significant time- and cost-efficiencies for its Phase 3 program.
 
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As in the highly statistically significant (p=0.002) Phase 2 study of PH94B in SAD, VistaGen’s Phase 3 study will involve a single laboratory-simulated anxiety-provoking public speaking challenge.
 
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The Phase 3 study will be a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel comparison study conducted at approximately 12 to 15 sites in North America. 
 
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The Subjective Units of Distress Scale (SUDS) will be used to assess the primary efficacy endpoint in the study.
 
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Dr. Michael Liebowitz, Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia University, director of the Medical Research Network in New York City, and creator of the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale (LSAS), will be the Principal Investigator of the study.
 
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Target enrollment (completed patients) will be approximately 182 adult patients with SAD. 
 
Through the FDA’s Coronavirus Treatment Acceleration Program (CTAP), VistaGen submitted its preliminary protocol and development plan for an exploratory, open-label Phase 2A study of PH94B for acute treatment of adjustment disorder with anxiety (AjDA), including, but not limited to, anxiety-provoking stressors related to the diverse impact of the COVID-19 pandemic (e.g., fear and anxiety regarding health and safety, economic loss, unemployment, social isolation, distance-learning, etc.) and civil unrest.
 
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The Company is currently working closely with the FDA on plans for the Phase 2A study in AjDA, which, when study preparations are completed, will be conducted in New York City by Dr. Michael Liebowitz.
 
 
 
 
Financial Results for the Fiscal Quarter Ended June 30, 2020:
 
Net loss: Net loss attributable to common stockholders for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2020 decreased to approximately $3.5 million compared to $6.5 million for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2019.
 
Research and development (R&D) expense: R&D expense decreased to approximately $1.7 million from $4.3 million for the quarters ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, respectively, primarily due to the completion of our Phase 2 study of AV-101 in major depressive disorder in the fourth calendar quarter of 2019. Expenses related to that study and other AV-101 related nonclinical activities decreased by $2.5 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2020 compared to expense in the quarter ended June 30, 2019. Noncash research and development expenses, primarily stock-based compensation, and depreciation in both periods, accounted for approximately $249,000 and $416,000 in the quarters ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, respectively.
 
General and administrative (G&A) expense: G&A expense decreased to approximately $1.4 million from approximately $1.9 million for the quarters ended June 30, 2020 and 2019, respectively. Noncash G&A expense, $466,000 in the quarter ended June 30, 2020, decreased from $772,000 in the quarter ended June 30, 2019, primarily due to decreases in stock-based compensation and the noncash components of investor and public relations expense attributable to the amortization of the fair value of common stock or warrants granted to service providers.
 
Cash Position: At June 30, 2020, VistaGen had cash and cash equivalents of $1.5 million, compared to $1.4 million at March 31, 2020. After June 30, 2020, the Company received net proceeds totaling approximately $17.5 million from (i) the $5.0 million gross non-dilutive upfront license fee payment from EverInsight Therapeutics, Inc. pursuant our PH94B strategic collaboration agreement for development and commercialization of PH94B in key markets in Asia, and (ii) the gross proceeds of approximately $14.29 million from the sale of shares of common stock in the underwritten public offering.
 
As of August 13, 2020, there were 77,998,057 shares of common stock outstanding.
 
About PH94B
PH94B is a rapid-onset (within approximately 15 minutes) synthetic neurosteroid nasal spray with therapeutic potential across a broad range of anxiety-related disorders. Easily self-administered in microgram-level doses, PH94B does not require systemic uptake and distribution to produce its rapid-onset anti-anxiety effects. 
 
VistaGen is preparing for Phase 3 clinical development of PH94B as a potential new generation fast-acting, non-sedating, non-addictive acute treatment of anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder (SAD). The FDA has granted Fast Track designation for development of PH94B for this indication, believed to be the first such designation by the FDA for a drug candidate for SAD. 
 
With its rapid-onset pharmacology, lack of systemic exposure and excellent safety profile in earlier studies, PH94B has potential as a novel treatment for multiple additional anxiety-related disorders. VistaGen is also preparing for exploratory Phase 2A development of PH94B for acute treatment of adjustment disorder. View more background information on SAD and a video on PH94B's mechanism of action.
 
About PH10 
PH10 is an investigational synthetic neurosteroid with therapeutic potential in a wide range of neuropsychiatric indications involving depression and suicidal ideation. VistaGen is initially developing PH10 as a potential fast-acting, non-sedating, non-addictive new generation stand-alone treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD). Following successfully completed Phase 2A development for MDD, VistaGen is now preparing for Phase 2B clinical development of PH10 for MDD.
 
 
 
 
 
About AV-101
AV-101 (4-Cl-KYN) targets the NMDAR (N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor), an ionotropic glutamate receptor in the brain. Abnormal NMDAR function is associated with numerous CNS diseases and disorders. AV-101 is an oral prodrug of 7-chlorokynurenic acid (7-Cl-KYNA), which is a potent and selective full antagonist of the glycine co-agonist site of the NMDAR that inhibits the function of the NMDAR. Unlike ketamine and other NMDAR antagonists, 7-Cl-KYNA is not an ion channel blocker. In all studies to date, AV-101 has exhibited no dissociative or hallucinogenic psychological side effects or safety concerns similar to those that may be caused by amantadine, esketamine and ketamine. With its exceptionally few side effects and excellent safety profile, AV-101 has potential to be an oral new generation treatment for multiple CNS indications. The FDA has granted Fast Track designation for development of AV-101 as both a potential adjunctive treatment for MDD and as a non-opioid treatment for neuropathic pain.
 
About VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc.
VistaGen Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing new generation medicines for anxiety, depression and certain CNS disorders where current treatments are believed by VistaGen to be inadequate, resulting in high unmet need. Each of VistaGen's three drug candidates has a differentiated mechanism of action, an exceptional safety profile, and therapeutic potential in several large global CNS markets. For more information, please visit www.vistagen.com and connect with VistaGen on TwitterLinkedIn and Facebook.
 
Forward Looking Statements
Various statements in this release are "forward-looking statements" concerning VistaGen's future expectations, plans and prospects, including the potential for successful Phase 3 development of PH94B for acute treatment of anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder and Phase 2A development for acute treatment of adjustment disorder, as well as ongoing clinical development of PH10 for the potential treatment of MDD and AV-101 as a potential treatment in multiple CNS indications. These forward-looking statements are neither promises nor guarantees of future performance, and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated in these forward-looking statements, including the risks that: development and approval of PH94B, PH10 or AV-101 may not be achieved in any market; the FDA may decide that the results of any of the Company's clinical development programs, including its PH94B Phase 3 clinical program for acute treatment of anxiety in adult patients with SAD or any other anxiety-related disorder, are not sufficient for regulatory approval; development of PH94B, PH10 and/or AV-101 may not be successful in any indication; success in nonclinical studies or in earlier-stage clinical trials may not be repeated or observed in future studies which may not support further development or be sufficient to gain regulatory approval to market PH94B, PH10 and/or AV-101; adverse events may be encountered at any stage of development that negatively impact further development. Other risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, issues related to: adverse healthcare reforms and changes of laws and regulations; general industry and market conditions; manufacturing and marketing risks, which may include, but are not limited to, unavailability of or delays in delivery of raw materials for manufacture of PH94B, PH10 and/or AV-101; inadequate and/or untimely supply of PH94B, PH10 and/or AV-101 to meet demand; entry of competitive products; and other technical and unexpected hurdles in the development, manufacture and commercialization of PH94B, PH10 and/or AV-101, as well as those risks more fully discussed in the section entitled "Risk Factors" in VistaGen's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 31, 2020, and subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, as well as discussions of potential risks, uncertainties, and other important factors in the company's other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent the Company's views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. The Company explicitly disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
 
VistaGen Company Contact
Mark A. McPartland
VistaGen Therapeutics Inc.
Phone: +1 (650) 577-3600
Email: IR@vistagen.com
 
 
Tables Follow
 
 
 
 
VISTAGEN THERAPEUTICS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in dollars, except share amounts)
(Unaudited)
 
 
 
June 30,
 
 
 March 31,
 
 
 
2020
 
 
2020
 
 ASSETS
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Current assets:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Cash and cash equivalents
 $1,545,900 
 $1,355,100 
 Prepaid expenses and other current assets
  633,000 
  225,100 
 Total current assets
  2,178,900 
  1,580,200 
 Property and equipment, net
  184,200 
  209,600 
 Right of use asset - operating lease
  3,492,100 
  3,579,600 
 Deferred offering costs
  263,900 
  355,100 
 Security deposits and other assets
  47,800 
  47,800 
 Total assets
 $6,166,900 
 $5,772,300 
 
    
    
 LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT
    
    
 Current liabilities:
    
    
 Accounts payable
 $1,307,300 
 $1,836,600 
 Accrued expenses
  607,800 
  561,500 
 Current notes payable, including accrued interest
  428,900 
  56,500 
 Operating lease obligation - current portion
  325,700 
  313,400 
 Financing lease obligation - current portion
  3,400 
  3,300 
 Total current liabilities
  2,673,100 
  2,771,300 
 
    
    
 Non-current liabilities:
    
    
 Non-current portion of notes payable
  124,700 
  - 
 Accrued dividends on Series B Preferred Stock
  5,347,600 
  5,011,800 
 Operating lease obligation - non-current portion
  3,631,100 
  3,715,600 
 Financing lease obligation - non-current portion
  2,100 
  3,000 
 Total non-current liabilities
  9,105,500 
  8,730,400 
 Total liabilities
  11,778,600 
  11,501,700 
 


 Commitments and contingencies (Note 10)


 


 Stockholders’ equity (deficit):


  Preferred stock, $0.001 par value; 10,000,000 shares authorized at June 30, 2020 and March 31, 2020:


  Series A Preferred, 500,000 shares authorized, issued and outstanding at June 30, 2020 and March 31, 2020
  500 
  500 
  Series B Preferred; 4,000,000 shares authorized at June 30, 2020 and March 31, 2020; 1,160,240 shares


  issued and outstanding at June 30, 2020 and March 31, 2020
  1,200 
  1,200 
  Series C Preferred; 3,000,000 shares authorized at June 30, 2020 and March 31, 2020; 2,318,012 shares


  issued and outstanding at June 30, 2020 and March 31, 2020
  2,300 
  2,300 
 Common stock, $0.001 par value; 175,000,000 shares authorized at June 30, 2020 and March 31, 2020;


   55,937,472 and 49,348,707 shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2020 and March 31, 2020, respectively
  55,900 
  49,300 
 Additional paid-in capital
  203,330,700 
  200,092,800 
 Treasury stock, at cost, 135,665 shares of common stock held at June 30, 2020 and March 31, 2020
  (3,968,100)
  (3,968,100)
 Accumulated deficit
  (205,034,200)
  (201,907,400)
 Total stockholders’ deficit
  (5,611,700)
  (5,729,400)
 Total liabilities and stockholders’ deficit
 $6,166,900 
 $5,772,300 
 
 
 
 
 
VISTAGEN THERAPEUTICS
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE LOSS
(Amounts in Dollars, except share amounts)
( Unaudited)
 
 
 
 Three Months Ended June 30,
 
 
 
 2020
 
 
2019
 
Operating expenses:
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Research and development
 $1,731,200 
 $4,313,900 
  General and administrative
  1,390,600 
  1,910,100 
    Total operating expenses
  3,121,800 
  6,224,000 
Loss from operations
  (3,121,800)
  (6,224,000)
Other income (expenses), net:
    
    
  Interest income (expense), net
  (3,200)
  16,500 
  Other income
  600 
  - 
Loss before income taxes
  (3,124,400)
  (6,207,500)
Income taxes
  (2,400)
  (2,400)
Net loss and comprehensive loss
 $(3,126,800)
 $(6,209,900)
 
    
    
   Accrued dividends on Series B Preferred stock
  (335,800)
  (302,500)
 
    
    
Net loss attributable to common stockholders
 $(3,462,600)
 $(6,512,400)
 
    
    
Basic and diluted net loss attributable to common
    
    
     stockholders per common share
 $(0.07)
 $(0.15)
 
    
    
Weighted average shares used in computing
    
    
 basic and diluted net loss attributable to common
    
    
 stockholders per common share
  51,321,355 
  42,622,965 
 
 
 
 
ex99-2
 
  Exhibit 99.2