GAITHERSBURG, Md., Nov. 13, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cytomedix (OTCQX:CMXI) (DBA Nuo Therapeutics), today announced that it is changing its corporate name to Nuo Therapeutics, Inc. The name change, which is effective immediately, follows the introduction of the Nuo Therapeutics corporate identity and the re-launch of the Company's lead commercial product under the Aurix® brand in October 2014.
The Company has changed the ticker symbol for its common stock on the OTCQX trading platform from "CMXI" to "NUOT." Shares will begin trading under the new ticker symbol effective at the open of the market on November 14, 2014.
About Nuo Therapeutics
Nuo Therapeutics, Inc. is a biomedical company that pioneers leading-edge biodynamic therapies for wound care. The Company's flagship product, Aurix® is a biodynamic hematogel that harnesses a patient's innate regenerative abilities for the management of a variety of wounds. For additional information please visit www.nuot.com.
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