Globenewswireยท2025-08-25 11:31Core Viewpoint - MannKind Corporation has signed a definitive merger agreement to acquire scPharmaceuticals Inc, marking a strategic expansion into cardiorenal medicine and enhancing its cardiometabolic business alongside its orphan lung division [1][2]. Strategic and Financial Benefits - The acquisition is expected to diversify and accelerate double-digit revenue growth, particularly through FUROSCIX, which addresses significant unmet needs in chronic heart failure and chronic kidney disease [6][7]. - MannKind will pay an upfront cash of $5.35 per share, representing a 36% premium to scPharmaceuticals' 90 trading day VWAP, with total consideration potentially reaching $6.35 per share [6][9]. - The total equity value of the transaction is approximately $303 million, with a total deal value of up to $360 million, expected to close in Q4 2025 [9]. Commercial Momentum - scPharmaceuticals has shown strong commercial momentum, with net sales of $27.8 million for the first half of 2025, reflecting a 96% year-over-year increase [3]. - The FUROSCIX ReadyFlow Autoinjector is on track for a supplemental New Drug Application submission in Q3 2025, which could significantly reduce treatment time for patients [3][6]. Revenue Diversification - The combined company will have a stronger revenue base with three commercial assets: Afrezza, FUROSCIX, and V-Go, leading to an annualized run rate of over $370 million based on Q2 2025 results [7]. - MannKind anticipates double-digit annual growth from its commercial products, supported by upcoming product launches and indication expansions [7][8]. Integration and Growth Opportunities - The integration of scPharmaceuticals' established commercial and medical capabilities into MannKind's infrastructure is expected to unlock meaningful growth opportunities [6][8]. - MannKind's existing strengths in endocrinology and scPharmaceuticals' expertise in cardiovascular care will enhance the market opportunity for FUROSCIX in chronic kidney disease [8].