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Scilex Holding Company Announces Private Placement for Semnur Pharmaceuticals

Scilex Holding Company (SCLX) | August 21, 2025

By Mike Hernandez

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Scilex Holding Company announced a $20 million private placement for its majority-owned subsidiary, Semnur Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

The funding will be used to advance the second Phase 3 clinical trial for SP-102, a treatment for Lumbosacral Radicular Pain (LRP)/Sciatica.

Jaisim Shah, Scilex's CEO, will dedicate full time to Semnur for the rapid advancement of SP-102.

Private Placement Agreement

$20 million private placement at $16.00 per share for Semnur Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Dedicated Leadership

CEO Jaisim Shah will focus full time on advancing SP-102 for LRP/Sciatica treatment.

Management Change

Henry Ji appointed as new CEO and President of Scilex Holding Company.

  • The private placement signals investor confidence in Semnur's potential for SP-102 development.
  • Jaisim Shah's full-time dedication to Semnur shows commitment to advancing non-opioid pain management therapies.
  • Management change brings strategic shift with Henry Ji taking over as CEO.

The private placement and leadership dedication highlight Scilex Holding Company's commitment to innovation in non-opioid pain management treatments.