WOODSTOCK, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNOA), a global healthcare leader developing and producing patented Microcyn® technology based stabilized hypochlorous acid (HOCl) products for a wide range of applications, including wound, eye, oral and nasal care, and dermatological conditions, today announced that it has launched Microdox®, an urinary tract infection catheter and bladder rinse in New Zealand, Australia and South Africa.

Microdox® is a super-oxidized solution based on Sonoma’s patented Microcyn® Technology intended to treat and prevent infections in the urinary tract and bladder. Microdox® is a non-irritating and non-toxic solution and is ready for immediate use. Microdox® is currently available through Sonoma’s partners, Te Arai BioFarma in New Zealand and Australia, and NuAngle in South Africa.

“We believe Microdox® is a unique bladder irrigation that fulfils the requirements of an effective adjunct UTI prevention and treatment for the removal of UTI-causing bacteria, bacterial biofilms and drug-resistant strains,” said Scott Lissington, COO of Te Arai BioFarma.

“We look forward to the benefits that Microdox® will offer in the prevention and treatment of urinary tract infections to health care professionals. This is a revolutionary treatment to patients that have been struggling with complicated, antibiotic resistant and recurrent UTIs,” said Lindsay Shahim, Director of NuAngle.

“We are pleased to bring our partners this new indication for Microdox® that will help reduce urinary tract infections for their patients. Through the science and development of Microcyn® Technology our aim is to improve the quality of life for patients, including those that require a bladder and catheter rinse,” said Bruce Thornton, COO of Sonoma Pharmaceuticals. “Our proprietary Microcyn® technology is truly the next-generation formulation in terms of superior antimicrobial impact, shelf stability and safety.”

About Te Arai BioFarma Ltd.

Te Arai BioFarma Limited is a privately owned New Zealand and Australian company specializing in medical devices and specialty medicines. We aim to improve health and productivity through the affordable control and prevention of disease. Te Arai BioFarma is committed to maintaining long term collaborative and innovative relationships with significant global suppliers of health products. Through partnering with leading suppliers both locally and internationally, Te Arai BioFarma is committed to ensuring the highest standard of care is taken in bringing products from these suppliers to Australasia. More information can be found at https://www.tearaibiofarma.com.au/microdox

About NuAngle

NuAngle was established in 1999 and has since built successful partnerships with leading international companies with innovative brands and products backed by clinical and scientific foundations. NuAngle started as a medical device supplier in the urological field but has since expanded into other medical markets (female and male health, surgery, and wound care) as well as the specialized aesthetics market. NuAngle strives to be the best medical device and medical product supplier. NuAngle distributes products across Southern Africa and outlying coastal islands. More information can be found at www.nuangle.co.za/about-us/

About Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Sonoma Pharmaceuticals is a global healthcare leader for developing and producing stabilized hypochlorous acid (HOCl) products for a wide range of applications, including wound care, animal health care, eye care, nasal care, oral care, and dermatological conditions. The company’s products reduce infections, itch, pain, scarring and harmful inflammatory responses in a safe and effective manner. In-vitro and clinical studies of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) show it to have impressive antipruritic, antimicrobial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Sonoma’s stabilized HOCl immediately relieves itch and pain, kills pathogens and breaks down biofilm, does not sting or irritate skin and oxygenates the cells in the area treated assisting the body in its natural healing process. The company’s products are sold either directly or via partners in 54 countries worldwide and the company actively seeks new distribution partners. The company’s principal office is in Woodstock, Georgia, with manufacturing operations in Latin America. European marketing and sales are headquartered in Roermond, Netherlands. More information can be found at www.sonomapharma.com. For partnership opportunities, please contact busdev@sonomapharma.com

Forward-Looking Statements

Except for historical information herein, matters set forth in this press release are forward-looking within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements about the commercial and technology progress and future financial performance of Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and its subsidiaries (the “company”). These forward-looking statements are identified by the use of words such as “continue,” “develop” and “expand,” among others. Forward-looking statements in this press release are subject to certain risks and uncertainties inherent in the company’s business that could cause actual results to vary, including such risks that regulatory clinical and guideline developments may change, scientific data may not be sufficient to meet regulatory standards or receipt of required regulatory clearances or approvals, clinical results may not be replicated in actual patient settings, protection offered by the company’s patents and patent applications may be challenged, invalidated or circumvented by its competitors, the available market for the company’s products will not be as large as expected, the company’s products will not be able to penetrate one or more targeted markets, revenues will not be sufficient to meet the company’s cash needs, fund further development, as well as uncertainties relative to the COVID-19 pandemic and economic development, varying product formulations and a multitude of diverse regulatory and marketing requirements in different countries and municipalities, and other risks detailed from time to time in the company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company disclaims any obligation to update these forward-looking statements, except as required by law.

Sonoma Pharmaceuticals™, Microdox® and Microcyn® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sonoma Pharmaceuticals, Inc. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.

Contacts

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