Mallinckrodt Recognizes First Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS) Awareness Day

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Mallinckrodt (NYSE:MNK) announced support for the inaugural Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS) Awareness Day, established by the American Liver Foundation and observed annually on October 14 during National Liver Awareness Month.

The initiative aims to raise awareness, promote early detection and treatment, and share patient experiences. HRS is described in two types: HRS‑AKI (rapid, often requiring hospitalization) and HRS‑CKD (slower progression). The release states HRS affects more than 60,000 Americans annually (~0.01% of the U.S. population) and that hospitalization rates for HRS are increasing. Company and ALF leaders commented on the need to improve visibility and treatment options for patients.

– HRS Awareness Day will be observed annually on October 14 during National Liver Awareness Month, with the goal of raising awareness around a life-threatening condition that occurs in people with advanced liver disease¹–

DUBLIN, Oct. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mallinckrodt plc, a global specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that the Company supports the inaugural Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS) Awareness Day, established by the American Liver Foundation (ALF). HRS Awareness Day will be observed on October 14 during National Liver Awareness Month. The purpose of this initiative is to promote increased awareness and education regarding HRS, including potential complications, the importance of early detection and treatment, and to honor the stories of HRS patients and their experiences.

HRS is classified into two distinct types – a rapidly progressive type that leads to renal failure where patients are typically hospitalized for their care (HRS-acute kidney injury (AKI)) and a more chronic type that progresses slowly over weeks to months (HRS-chronic kidney disease (CKD)).^1,2 HRS is estimated to affect more than 60,000 Americans annually, approximately 0.01% of the U.S. population,³ making it a rare condition; and rates of HRS hospitalizations are increasing.⁴

"We're proud to support this moment for the HRS community and help to raise visibility of this condition and the patients, care teams, and healthcare professionals it impacts," said Dr. Marek Honczarenko, Executive Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer, Mallinckrodt. "U.S. physicians historically have faced significant challenges treating patients with HRS."

"HRS is a life-threatening complication of liver disease,¹ so it is fitting to elevate knowledge about this condition and recognize those affected by it during National Liver Awareness Month," said Lorraine Stiehl, CEO, American Liver Foundation. "Thank you to our sponsors, including Mallinckrodt, who have made this awareness day possible and are committed to bringing treatment options to patients in need."

ABOUT MALLINCKRODT
Mallinckrodt is dedicated to enhancing lives by providing therapeutics that strive to address unmet patient needs, and is a world-class manufacturer of high-quality generics, sterile injectables, and active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Our company consists of multiple wholly owned subsidiaries that operate in two businesses. Our Brands business is focused on autoimmune and rare diseases in areas including endocrinology, gastroenterology, hepatology, neonatal respiratory critical care, nephrology, neurology, pulmonology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, rheumatology, and urology. Our Par Health business includes generic drugs, sterile injectables, and active pharmaceutical ingredients. To learn more, visit www.MNK-Endo.com.

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References

¹ National Organization for Rare Disorders. Hepatorenal Syndrome. Available at: https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/hepatorenal-syndrome/. Accessed October 2025.
² Flamm S.L., Brown K., Wadei H.M., et al. The Current Management of Hepatorenal Syndrome–Acute Kidney Injury in the United States and the Potential of Terlipressin. Liver Transpl. 2021;27:1191-1202. https://doi.org/10.1002/lt.26072.
³ United States Census Bureau: Quick Facts. Available at: https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/US/PST045218. Accessed October 2025.
⁴ Wong R.J., Balasubramanain J., Panaccio M., et al. Acute Kidney Injury and Hepatorenal Syndrome Among Hospitalized Patients With Chronic Liver Disease. JAMA Netw Open. 2025;8(5):e2511816. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.11816

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FAQ

What did Mallinckrodt (MNK) announce on October 14, 2025?

Mallinckrodt said it supports the inaugural HRS Awareness Day, observed October 14 during National Liver Awareness Month.

When is Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS) Awareness Day observed for MNK and others?

HRS Awareness Day will be observed annually on October 14.

How many Americans does Mallinckrodt say are affected by HRS each year?

The release states HRS affects more than 60,000 Americans annually, about 0.01% of the U.S. population.

What are the two types of HRS described in Mallinckrodt's announcement?

The company describes HRS‑AKI (rapid progression leading to renal failure, often hospitalized) and HRS‑CKD (slower progression over weeks to months).

What is the purpose of HRS Awareness Day according to Mallinckrodt (MNK)?

The purpose is to raise awareness, promote early detection and treatment, and honor the experiences of HRS patients and care teams.