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Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, Inc. develops and commercializes therapies for gastrointestinal and rare diseases. Company news centers on LINZESS® (linaclotide), its commercial product for irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and chronic idiopathic constipation, including prescription demand, U.S. net sales, label-related regulatory updates, and pediatric functional constipation data.
Recurring updates also cover apraglutide, an investigational next-generation, long-acting synthetic GLP-2 analog being developed for short bowel syndrome patients dependent on parenteral support. Ironwood announcements frequently include quarterly results, financial guidance, cash flow and debt commentary, medical meeting presentations, and investor communications tied to its GI-focused research and commercialization strategy.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: IRWD) announced an investor update conference call for its fourth quarter and full year 2021, scheduled for February 17, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Participants can dial in at (888) 330-2384 for US/Canada or (240) 789-2701 internationally, using conference ID 4671230. The call will be available for replay after 11:30 a.m. ET on the same day until March 3, 2022. Ironwood is focused on advancing treatments for gastrointestinal diseases, led by its product LINZESS®.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: IRWD) announced strong financial guidance, projecting LINZESS to exceed $1 billion in U.S. net sales for 2021, achieving blockbuster status. The company authorized a share repurchase program worth $150 million. For 2022, Ironwood expects low single-digit net sales growth for LINZESS, total revenues of $420-$430 million, and adjusted EBITDA exceeding $250 million. The company will present these insights at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 12, 2022.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: IRWD) announced that CEO Tom McCourt will present at the 40th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 12, 2022, at 7:30 a.m. ET. The presentation will be held virtually, and investors can access the live audio webcast via the company’s website. A replay will be available for 14 days post-conference. Ironwood is focused on advancing treatments for gastrointestinal diseases, including its flagship product LINZESS® for IBS-C and CIC.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals announced the appointment of Sravan K. Emany as the new Chief Financial Officer effective December 6, 2021. Emany, who has extensive experience in financial strategy within the healthcare sector, will oversee all financial operations and report to CEO Thomas McCourt. McCourt expressed confidence that Emany's expertise will enhance Ironwood's impact on gastrointestinal (GI) healthcare and benefit shareholders. Previously, Emany held leadership roles at Integra LifeSciences and has 18 years in investment banking.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals reported a strong third quarter in 2021, with GAAP net income of $55.8 million and adjusted EBITDA of $65.5 million. LINZESS prescription demand surged 12% year-over-year, driving U.S. net sales to $253 million, up 5% from the previous year. Ironwood ended the quarter with $574 million in cash. The company expanded its pipeline by entering into an option agreement with COUR Pharmaceuticals for CNP-104, targeting primary biliary cholangitis, a rare autoimmune disease. The firm anticipates 6% to 8% growth in LINZESS net sales for 2021.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: IRWD) announced a collaboration with COUR Pharmaceutical for the investigational therapy CNP-104, aimed at treating Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC), a rare autoimmune disease affecting 133,000 people in the U.S. Ironwood will pay approximately $20 million upfront and could pay up to $475 million in milestones and royalties. The FDA has accepted the IND application for CNP-104, with clinical trials expected to commence soon, presenting significant potential for market expansion.
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Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: IRWD) will host its third quarter 2021 investor update conference call on November 4, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Interested participants can join via phone or webcast through the company's website. The call will be replayable starting November 4 at 11:30 a.m. ET until November 18, 2021. Ironwood is a leader in gastrointestinal healthcare, known for its innovation in treating GI diseases, specifically with its LINZESS® product for IBS-C and CIC. Founded in 1998, it is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: IRWD) will participate in two upcoming virtual investor conferences in September 2021. The Wells Fargo Healthcare Conference is scheduled for September 10 at 2:00 p.m. ET, and the Morgan Stanley 19th Annual Global Healthcare Conference will take place on September 13 at 2:45 p.m. ET. Investors can access live webcasts on Ironwood's website, with replays available for 14 days post-conference. Ironwood focuses on developing medicines for gastrointestinal diseases, notably linaclotide for IBS-C and CIC.
Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: IRWD) announced FDA approval for a revised label of LINZESS (linaclotide) based on pediatric clinical safety data. The update narrows the boxed warning for dehydration risks to children under two years, previously applicable to all under 18. The labeling reflects ongoing studies to enhance safety profiles for pediatric use. LINZESS remains contraindicated for children under two, and its effectiveness for patients under 18 is not yet established. The drug is indicated for adults with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) and chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC).