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Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc. reports developments as a Nasdaq-listed biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of medicines for human disease. Company news commonly covers pipeline updates in neuropathic pain, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, obesity, metabolic disorders and other cardiometabolic indications, including clinical data presentations for sotagliflozin and pilavapadin.
Recurring updates also include operating and financial results, regulatory interactions, material agreements, financing arrangements and governance or shareholder-voting matters. Coverage of LXRX often connects capital-structure actions with the resources used to advance clinical and preclinical drug candidates.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (LXRX) has appointed Scott Coiante as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective January 2, 2025. Coiante brings over 35 years of experience in life science and pharmaceutical industries. He previously served as SVP, CFO, and treasurer at Agile Therapeutics from August 2023 to August 2024 and from 2011-2019, where he managed all financial activities including business development and fundraising.
Prior to joining Lexicon, Coiante held positions as SVP, CFO, treasurer, and secretary at Aprea Therapeutics and various senior financial roles at Medarex Inc, supporting its transition after acquisition by Bristol-Myers Squibb. The appointment aligns with Lexicon's strategic shift towards high-impact therapeutic areas and their Lead to Succeed strategy.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (LXRX) has received a Complete Response Letter (CRL) from the FDA regarding its New Drug Application for Zynquista™ (sotagliflozin). The drug was intended as an adjunct to insulin therapy for glycemic control in adults with type 1 diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD). This decision was anticipated, aligning with Lexicon's previous strategic decision to discontinue Zynquista launch preparations and focus on its clinical development pipeline. The company is now prioritizing LX9211 for diabetic neuropathic pain, with top-line data from the PROGRESS Phase 2b study expected in Q1 2025.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals announced the completion of patient enrollment in the PROGRESS Phase 2B study evaluating LX9211 for diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain (DPNP). The study exceeded its enrollment target by 20%, successfully recruiting 494 patients, and finished eight weeks ahead of schedule. LX9211 is a novel, oral selective investigational small molecule inhibitor of adaptor-associated kinase 1 (AAK1). The strong interest in trial participation demonstrates significant demand for new non-opioid DPNP treatments. Top-line data is expected in Q1 2025.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: LXRX) has announced its participation in two major investor conferences this December. CEO Mike Exton will present at the Piper Sandler 36th Annual Healthcare Conference on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 8:00 am ET, and the 7th Annual Evercore HealthCONx Conference on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 12:30 pm ET.
Live webcasts of both presentations will be accessible through the Events section of Lexicon's website, with recordings available for two weeks after the original broadcasts.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (LXRX) announced a strategic restructuring to eliminate its commercial operations and focus on clinical development following FDA's deficiency letter regarding Zynquista™. The company will reduce its workforce by approximately 60% by December 31st and expects to reduce 2025 operating costs by $100 million, in addition to previously announced $40 million savings.
The company will prioritize its R&D pipeline, including the Phase 2b PROGRESS study of LX9211 for diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain, the Phase 3 SONATA HCM study of sotagliflozin, and IND-enabling studies of LX9851 for obesity. INPEFA® will continue to be available but without promotional efforts.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: LXRX) has appointed Ivan H. Cheung to its Board of Directors. Cheung brings over 25 years of healthcare industry experience and is currently CEO of NextPoint Therapeutics and senior advisor to TPG Growth. He previously served as chairman and CEO of Eisai Inc. from 2016 to July 2023. The appointment coincides with the retirement of Robert J. Lefkowitz, M.D., who departs after 23 years of service on Lexicon's board.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (LXRX) announced four studies on sotagliflozin to be presented at the American Heart Association's Sessions 2024 in Chicago. A key secondary analysis of the Phase 3 SCORED trial showed sotagliflozin provided similar relative benefits across all heart failure stages, with increased absolute benefits in earlier stages. The presentations will cover the drug's cardioprotective effects, impact on systolic blood pressure in Type 2 diabetes patients, heart failure staging outcomes, and effects on myocardial contractile work.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals reported Q3 2024 financial results with net sales of $1.7 million for INPEFA. The company announced an exclusive licensing agreement with Viatris for sotagliflozin outside U.S. and Europe, receiving a $25 million upfront payment with potential for $197 million in additional milestones. Net loss was $64.8 million ($0.18/share). R&D expenses increased to $25.8 million, while SG&A expenses rose to $39.6 million. Cash position stood at $258.4 million. The company completed enrollment screening for Phase 2b PROGRESS study of LX9211, with topline data expected in Q1 2025.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: LXRX) has announced its participation in the Jefferies London Global Healthcare Conference. CEO Mike Exton will join a moderated discussion on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 9:00 am GT. The event will be accessible via live webcast in the 'Events' section of Lexicon's website, with the recording remaining available for two weeks after the original broadcast.
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals (LXRX) announced the publication of research findings on sotagliflozin in the Journal of American Society of Nephrology. The study analyzed the drug's efficacy and safety when combined with insulin in patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Key findings show that sotagliflozin achieved similar HbA1c reductions in both CKD and non-CKD patients, with significant placebo-adjusted reductions of -0.4% for 200mg and -0.3% to -0.4% for 400mg doses. The drug demonstrated a lower to neutral risk of severe hypoglycemia and did not significantly increase diabetic ketoacidosis risk. The FDA has set a PDUFA date of December 20, 2024, for Zynquista (sotagliflozin).