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Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: IRWD) is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to creating innovative medicines that significantly improve the lives of patients. Founded in 1998, Ironwood specializes in gastrointestinal (GI) therapeutics and has a strong focus on developing and commercializing treatments for chronic conditions of the GI tract.
The company's flagship product is a medicine designed for adults suffering from irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) and chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC). This medicine, discovered and developed by Ironwood, is now fully commercialized and widely used to alleviate symptoms in patients, improving their quality of life.
Ironwood's research pipeline is robust, with multiple investigational medicines targeting both the upper and lower GI tract. The company leverages its expertise in gastrointestinal disorders and pharmacologic expertise in guanylate cyclases to develop new therapies that address unmet medical needs.
Beyond its core product, Ironwood is actively exploring new opportunities and expanding its portfolio through collaborative licenses, commercial agreements, and strategic acquisitions. These efforts aim to enhance the company's research, development, manufacturing, and marketing capabilities, thereby driving growth and innovation.
Recent achievements for Ironwood include the advancement of several clinical trials, promising data from ongoing research studies, and strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing product development and market reach. Financially, Ironwood continues to build value, achieving milestones that attract continued support from shareholders.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals remains committed to its mission of making a difference for patients through the development of groundbreaking therapies. The company’s strong pipeline, dedicated team, and strategic initiatives position it as a leading player in the field of gastrointestinal therapeutics.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: IRWD) will present pivotal Phase III data on linaclotide for treating functional constipation in children aged 6-17 at the 2023 Digestive Disease Week® (DDW) from May 6-9 in Chicago, IL. This condition affects around 6 million children in the U.S. An oral presentation will detail a clinical trial assessing the efficacy and safety of linaclotide 72 mcg in this age group. Four poster sessions will present further efficacy and safety data. Notably, the FDA granted Priority Review for a supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) for linaclotide in pediatric use, with a PDUFA date set for June 14, 2023. Currently, there are no FDA-approved therapies for pediatric functional constipation. Ironwood continues to expand its research in this area.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: IRWD) will host its first quarter 2023 investor update conference call on May 4, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Participants can join by calling (888) 330-2384 (U.S./Canada) or (240) 789-2701 (international) with conference ID 4671230. The call will also be accessible via webcast on the company's website, which is recommended to access at least 15 minutes prior to the start time. A replay of the call will be available starting at 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day, and can be accessed until May 18, 2023, by calling (800) 770-2030 (U.S./Canada) or (647) 362-9199 (international), also using conference ID 4671230. Ironwood Pharmaceuticals is focused on advancing treatments for gastrointestinal diseases.
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