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Ardelyx, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARDX) announced the publication of its long-term 52-week Phase 3 PHREEDOM trial results in the journal Kidney360. The trial evaluated tenapanor monotherapy for controlling serum phosphorus in chronic kidney disease patients on dialysis. Results showed a significant reduction in phosphorus levels, with decrease from 7.7 mg/dL to 5.1 mg/dL. The trial supports tenapanor's safety and efficacy, presenting it as a promising treatment option for managing hyperphosphatemia. The study's findings highlight the potential of tenapanor to improve patient outcomes in a challenging treatment area.

Ardelyx, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARDX) reported its second quarter 2021 financial results, revealing a net loss of $45.2 million, up from $25.0 million a year prior. Revenue for the quarter was $1.3 million, primarily from a collaboration with Kyowa Kirin. The company faces challenges as the FDA issued a Complete Response Letter for its tenapanor NDA, prompting a restructuring plan expected to incur $3.4 million in charges but reduce annual cash compensation costs by $17 million. As of June 30, 2021, Ardelyx held $171.8 million in cash and equivalents.

Ardelyx, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARDX) announced it received a Complete Response Letter (CRL) from the FDA regarding its New Drug Application (NDA) for tenapanor aimed at controlling serum phosphorus in CKD patients on dialysis. The FDA acknowledged substantial evidence of tenapanor's effectiveness but deemed the treatment effect as small and unclear in clinical significance. Ardelyx must conduct further trials for approval. The company plans to request a Type A meeting with the FDA to discuss the CRL. Ardelyx reported $171.8 million in cash at the end of Q2 2021.

Ardelyx, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARDX), announced that the FDA identified deficiencies in its New Drug Application (NDA) for tenapanor, intended for controlling serum phosphorus in chronic kidney disease patients on dialysis. The FDA's letter, received on July 13, 2021, prevents discussions on labeling and post-marketing commitments. The company has requested a meeting to understand these deficiencies but was denied. Key concerns include the treatment effect size and its clinical relevance. Ardelyx plans to address these issues as they work towards regulatory approval.

Ardelyx, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARDX) presented new data on tenapanor at the ERA-EDTA Virtual Congress 2021. Interim results from the OPTIMIZE study indicate that tenapanor significantly improves phosphorus control in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on dialysis. Approximately 50% of previously uncontrolled patients achieved target phosphorus levels. Additionally, tenapanor demonstrated lower rates of deaths and hospitalizations versus sevelamer in the PHREEDOM study. Ardelyx continues to advance tenapanor while its NDA is under FDA review, with a PDUFA date of July 29, 2021.

Ardelyx, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARDX), a biopharmaceutical company, announced that CEO Mike Raab will participate in a fireside chat at the Jefferies Virtual Healthcare Conference on June 1, 2021, at 3:30 p.m. ET. The live webcast can be accessed on the company's Investor website, with a replay available for 60 days. Ardelyx is focused on developing first-in-class medicines for kidney and cardiorenal diseases, including tenapanor, which is currently under FDA review for managing serum phosphorus in CKD patients. The company also received FDA approval for IBSRELA® in September 2020.

Ardelyx, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARDX) has announced its Q1 2021 financial results, highlighting a revenue of $6.6 million, primarily from a $5 million milestone from Kyowa Kirin. The company's cash position stood at $178.2 million, down from $188.6 million at year-end 2020. R&D expenses surged by 29% to $20.5 million, while G&A expenses skyrocketed by 140% to $17.1 million. Net loss for the quarter was $33.2 million, compared to $22.4 million in Q1 2020. The PDUFA date for tenapanor is extended to July 29, 2021.

Ardelyx, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARDX) announced a three-month extension of the PDUFA date for tenapanor, aimed at controlling serum phosphorus in adult CKD patients on dialysis, now set for July 29, 2021. This decision follows FDA requests for additional analyses regarding tenapanor's clinical data. CEO Mike Raab expressed disappointment but acknowledged the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the FDA's operations. Tenapanor's NDA is backed by extensive clinical trials involving over 1,000 patients, demonstrating its potential efficacy in managing hyperphosphatemia.

On April 12, 2021, Ardelyx (Nasdaq: ARDX) granted stock options for 125,622 shares and restricted stock units for 26,315 shares to its new Chief People Officer, Sarah O'Brien, under its Employment Commencement Incentive Plan. The option's exercise price is $7.03, equal to Ardelyx's closing stock price on that date. The awards vest over four years, contingent on continued employment. Ardelyx is advancing its product candidate, tenapanor, for FDA review, with a decision expected by April 29, 2021, indicating ongoing progress in their pipeline focused on kidney diseases.