IntelGenx to Join the Quebec Pavilion at BIO 2019 International Convention

SAINT LAURENT, Quebec, May 23, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IntelGenx Corp. (TSX-V:IGX) (OTCQX:IGXT) ("IntelGenx"), leader in pharmaceutical films, today announced that it will be joining the Quebec Pavilion at Booth #2627 at BIO 2019 International Convention taking place on June 3-6, 2019 in Philadelphia, PA. IntelGenx will be promoting its contract development and manufacturing organization ("CDMO") service capabilities utilizing its oral film and transdermal technologies.

VersaFilm^® and VetaFilmtm are IntelGenx's proprietary oral drug delivery technology platforms for human and veterinary applications, respectively. They enable the development of oral films with potential to improve absorption, accelerate onset of action, reduce side effects, ease administration and improve patient compliance. Transdermal technology is the latest addition to IntelGenx's drug delivery portfolio.

"We are excited to be a part of BIO International Convention ? a congregation of biotech and pharma industry leaders from around the world" said Horst G. Zerbe, CEO of IntelGenx. "This convention represents a great opportunity to showcase our innovative CDMO capabilities and the tangible medical benefits our film technologies can offer to patients."

About IntelGenx
Established in 2003, IntelGenx is a leading oral drug delivery company primarily focused on the development and manufacturing of innovative pharmaceutical oral films based on its proprietary VersaFilm^® and VetaFilmtm technology platforms.

IntelGenx's highly skilled team provides comprehensive pharmaceuticals services to pharmaceutical partners, including R&D, analytical method development, clinical monitoring, IP and regulatory services. IntelGenx's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, which was established for oral film technology platforms, offers full service by providing lab-scale to pilot- and commercial-scale production. More information about the company can be found at www.intelgenx.com.

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Source:  IntelGenx Technologies Corp.