Lipocine Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) announced a strategic focus on developing treatments for Central Nervous System (CNS) disorders using its proprietary Lip'ral oral drug delivery technology. The initial target is LPCN 1154, an oral neuroactive steroid for postpartum depression (PPD). The FDA has agreed on a pivotal pharmacokinetic study to establish efficacy via a 505(b)(2) NDA filing. Lipocine plans to explore partnerships to advance non-core products, ensuring efficient resource management. As of June 30, 2022, the company had $37.4 million in cash, sufficient for operations until at least September 30, 2023.

Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) announced its participation in the Ladenburg Thalmann 2022 Healthcare Conference, scheduled for September 29, 2022, in New York. The presentation will take place from 3:00 to 3:25 p.m. EST at the Sofitel Hotel. The company focuses on enhancing therapeutics through its Lip'ral platform, developing oral delivery options for conditions like postpartum depression and liver cirrhosis. Interested investors can arrange 1x1 meetings through their Ladenburg Thalmann representatives.

Lipocine has received FDA agreement to establish efficacy for LPCN 1154, an oral formulation for postpartum depression (PPD). The drug is based on brexanolone, with exposure similar to that seen in pregnant women. A pivotal pharmacokinetic (PK) bridge study is set for 4Q 2022, with results expected in 1Q 2023. This could lead to the first oral treatment option for PPD, addressing significant market needs. Lipocine's technology platform aims to create accessible therapies, potentially revolutionizing PPD treatment.

Lipocine (NASDAQ: LPCN) reported its Q2 2022 financial results with a net loss of $2.6 million, improving from a loss of $6.8 million in Q2 2021. Revenues were $0.5 million from a non-refundable fee related to LPCN 1111. R&D expenses rose to $2.9 million due to ongoing studies, including LPCN 1148 and LPCN 1154. The company has $37.4 million in cash as of June 30, 2022, down from $46.6 million at year-end 2021. Key developments include the launch of TLANDO™ and progress with FDA-approved studies for LPCN 1144 and LPCN 2101.

Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) announced that the FDA has accepted its IND application for LPCN 2101, a neuroactive steroid aimed at treating epilepsy in adults. The company plans to initiate a Phase 2 study focusing on photosensitive epilepsy to assess safety and efficacy. Dr. Mahesh Patel emphasized the potential of LPCN 2101 in addressing unmet medical needs in epilepsy management, particularly for women of childbearing age.

LPCN 2101 has shown a favorable pharmacokinetic profile and no concerning safety signals in preclinical studies.

Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) has been granted two new US patents by the USPTO: 11,337,987 for compositions treating CNS disorders, and 11,370,811 for testosterone dodecanoate compositions. These patents support Lipocine's innovative treatment programs for liver and CNS disorders, as stated by Dr. Mahesh Patel, the company’s CEO. Lipocine's pipeline includes TLANDO, LPCN 1144, and LPCN 1107, targeting conditions like hypogonadism and non-cirrhotic NASH.

Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) presented its novel oral positive GABA_A modulator for epilepsy, LPCN 2101, at the 2022 Epilepsy Foundation Pipeline Conference. This product aims to address the unique needs of women with epilepsy of childbearing age, whose treatment options are currently limited. Pending FDA clearance, a proof-of-concept study is planned for the second half of 2022. The conference focuses on advancements in epilepsy treatment and encourages potential collaborations.

Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) announced positive results from its Open Label Extension (OLE) study for LPCN 1144, an oral testosterone prodrug. The study, involving 25 subjects over 72 weeks, showed LPCN 1144 was well tolerated, with no safety signals reported. Key liver injury markers like ALT and AST were significantly reduced and maintained during treatment. Additionally, liver histology improvements support further development of LPCN 1144 as a treatment for Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). The company plans to discuss pivotal study design with the FDA.

Lipocine Inc. (NASDAQ: LPCN) announced its Q1 2022 financial results with a net loss of $3.5 million, consistent with the previous year. R&D expenses rose to $1.9 million due to ongoing clinical studies for LPCN 1148 and related projects. General and administrative costs decreased to $1.2 million. The company maintains $42 million in cash and equivalents, down from $46.6 million at the end of 2021. TLANDO™ received FDA approval with a commercial launch expected in Q2 2022, while Phase 2 studies for LPCN 1148 and LPCN 1144 are progressing.