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Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) is a specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on the development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products leveraging their proprietary Hydroance drug delivery technology. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Lipocine aims to provide non-invasive delivery solutions for hormones and other compounds, particularly in the fields of metabolic and endocrine disorders.
The company's flagship product, TLANDO, is an oral testosterone replacement therapy approved by the FDA for conditions associated with a deficiency of endogenous testosterone, or hypogonadism, in adult males. Alongside TLANDO, Lipocine has a robust pipeline of products in various stages of clinical development:
- LPCN 1144: Targeted for the treatment of non-cirrhotic NASH (nonalcoholic steatohepatitis).
- LPCN 1148: Developed for managing symptoms associated with liver cirrhosis, including sarcopenia and hepatic encephalopathy.
- LPCN 1154: An oral brexanolone for the treatment of postpartum depression.
- LPCN 2101: Aimed at the treatment of epilepsy.
- LPCN 2203: Targeted for the management of essential tremor.
- LPCN 2401: An oral combination therapy for improved body composition in chronic weight management.
Lipocine's recent achievements include the completion of key clinical studies and pivotal pharmacokinetic (PK) studies supporting New Drug Application (NDA) submissions. The company reported a net income of $3.5 million for the first quarter of 2024, driven by licensing revenues.
Strategic partnerships are a cornerstone of Lipocine's business model. For example, their agreement with Verity Pharma for the commercialization of TLANDO has significantly bolstered their financial position. As of March 31, 2024, Lipocine had $24.6 million in unrestricted cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities.
For more detailed information about Lipocine Inc., visit their website at www.lipocine.com.
Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) announced the dosing of the first participant in a pilot clinical bridge study of LPCN 1154, an oral formulation of brexanolone aimed at treating postpartum depression (PPD). The FDA supports Lipocine's proposal to validate LPCN 1154's efficacy through a pharmacokinetic bridge to intravenous brexanolone. The pilot study, involving 12 participants, seeks to compare the safety and tolerability of LPCN 1154 with the approved injectable form. Results are anticipated in the first half of 2023, with the potential for a pivotal study and NDA filing based on these findings.
Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) announced its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2022, highlighting a strategic shift towards developing neuroactive steroids for CNS disorders. The company reported a net loss of $10.8 million, or ($0.13) per diluted share, compared to a loss of $634,399, or ($0.01) per diluted share in 2021. License revenue significantly declined to $500,000 from $16.1 million in 2021. Research and development expenses rose to $8.6 million, driven by increased clinical study costs. As of December 31, 2022, the company had $32.5 million in cash, down from $46.6 million in 2021.
Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) announced a dividend distribution of one one-thousandth of a share of newly designated Series B Preferred Stock for each outstanding share of common stock, effective March 24, 2023. This preferred stock will grant significant voting rights on matters including a potential reverse stock split. Uncertificated and non-transferable, the Series B Preferred Stock can be redeemed if not represented at the stockholder meeting. The company aims to maintain its capitalization structure post-distribution. Further details will follow in a Form 8-K filing with the SEC.
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