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In addition to the above-referenced studies ExeGi takes the position that studies performed on VSL#3®️* as produced before January 31, 2016, are also relevant to the evaluation the efficacy and safety of Visbiome.

*VSL#3®️ is a registered trademark of, and is manufactured exclusively for, VSL Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Visbiome is manufactured exclusively for ExeGi Pharma, LLC and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or distributed by VSL Pharmaceuticals, Inc.