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LANDMARK PHASE 3 TRIAL (VESALIUS-CV) MEETS PRIMARY ENDPOINTS IN A CARDIOVASCULAR PRIMARY PREVENTION STUDY OF 12,000 PATIENTS
Prnewswire· 2025-10-02 13:00
Core Insights - The Phase 3 VESALIUS-CV clinical trial demonstrated that Repatha significantly reduces the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in high-risk patients without a prior history of heart attack or stroke, establishing it as the first and only PCSK9 inhibitor to show such results for both primary and secondary prevention [1][2][4]. Clinical Trial Details - The VESALIUS-CV trial enrolled over 12,000 high-risk patients, with approximately 85% on high-intensity or moderate LDL-C lowering therapy, and followed them for a median of about 4.5 years [1][8][9]. - The primary endpoints included the time to first occurrence of a composite of coronary heart disease (CHD) death, heart attack, or ischemic stroke, and the results were both statistically and clinically significant, with no new safety signals observed [3][4]. Implications for Cardiovascular Disease Management - The results highlight Repatha's potential as a cornerstone therapy in lipid management, particularly for patients at high cardiovascular risk who have not yet experienced a heart attack or stroke [4][10]. - Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death globally, and high LDL-C is a modifiable risk factor; however, over 80% of high-risk patients without prior events were not at recommended LDL-C levels after one year of follow-up [2][5]. Regulatory and Market Context - Repatha has been used by over 6.7 million patients globally since its approval in 2015, and the FDA has broadened its approved use to include adults at increased risk for major adverse cardiovascular events due to uncontrolled LDL-C [6][12]. - The full results from the VESALIUS-CV trial will be presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions on November 8, and will be submitted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal [4].
Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy® cuts risk of heart attack, stroke or death by 57% compared to tirzepatide in real-world study of people with obesity and cardiovascular diseas
Globenewswire· 2025-08-31 07:09
Core Insights - Novo Nordisk presented data from the STEER real-world study at the ESC Congress 2025, highlighting the cardiovascular benefits of Wegovy (semaglutide 2.4 mg) compared to tirzepatide in patients with obesity and established cardiovascular disease (CVD) without diabetes [1][4]. Group 1: Study Findings - Wegovy demonstrated a significant 57% greater risk reduction for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) such as heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular-related death compared to tirzepatide in patients without treatment gaps exceeding 30 days [2][8]. - In all treated individuals, Wegovy showed a 29% risk reduction for heart attack, stroke, and death from any cause compared to tirzepatide over an average follow-up of 8.3 months for Wegovy and 8.6 months for tirzepatide [3][8]. - The STEER study adds to the evidence that the heart-protective benefits of Wegovy are specific to the semaglutide molecule and not applicable to other GLP-1 or GIP/GLP-1-based treatments [8]. Group 2: Study Design and Population - The STEER study was a retrospective, observational study evaluating the efficacy of Wegovy versus tirzepatide for preventing MACE in US adults aged 45 and older with overweight or obesity and established CVD without prior diabetes [6][7]. - The study included 10,625 individuals in each treatment group, with researchers using propensity score matching to ensure comparability between Wegovy and tirzepatide users [7]. Group 3: Context of Cardiovascular Disease and Obesity - Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of disability and death globally, with nearly 21 million deaths annually. Obesity significantly contributes to cardiovascular morbidity and mortality [5]. - Despite a decrease in overall cardiovascular mortality over the past two decades, obesity-related cardiovascular deaths have risen, with two-thirds of such deaths linked to CVD [5].
Esperion Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Business Update
Globenewswire· 2025-08-05 10:00
Core Insights - Esperion reported a total revenue growth of 12% year-over-year (Y/Y) to $82.4 million for Q2 2025, with U.S. net product revenue increasing by 42% Y/Y to $40.3 million [1][10][29] - The company achieved its first quarter of operating income from ongoing business, with plans for sustainable profitability starting in Q1 2026 [1][3][12] - Esperion reached settlement agreements with three ANDA filers to prevent the marketing of generic versions of NEXLETOL until 2040, reinforcing its intellectual property [1][5][10] Financial Performance - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2025, was $147.4 million, a decrease of 30% compared to the same period in 2024, but a 69% increase when excluding one-time settlement agreement milestones from 2024 [10][29] - Collaboration revenue decreased by approximately 7% and 54% for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, respectively, but grew approximately 105% and 102% when excluding settlement agreement milestones [10][29] - The company reported net losses of $4.8 million for Q2 2025, a significant improvement compared to a net loss of $61.9 million in Q2 2024 [8][9][29] Market Strategy and Expansion - Esperion is advancing its U.S. commercial strategy and expanding globally, with expected approval and pricing in Japan in the second half of 2025 [4][10] - The company has established strong branding within the statin intolerant population through a new marketing campaign [5] - Esperion's European partner, Daiichi Sankyo Europe, reported strong revenue growth, surpassing 500,000 patients for NILEMDO and NUSTENDI [10] Operational Highlights - The company increased total retail prescription equivalents by approximately 10% and grew the number of healthcare practitioners writing prescriptions for NEXLETOL and NEXLIZET to over 28,000 in Q2 2025 [5][10] - Research and development expenses decreased by 37% and 20% for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, respectively, due to reduced costs for ongoing clinical studies [10][29] - Selling, general, and administrative expenses decreased by 11% and 4% for the same periods, primarily due to lower media and marketing costs [10][29]
Esperion(ESPR) - 2022 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-07-03 08:19
Financial Performance - U S net product revenue of NEXLETOL® and NEXLIZET® grew approximately 109% year-over-year to $134 million in Q1 2022[9, 27] - Royalty and Partner revenue increased approximately 244% year-over-year to $55 million in Q1 2022[9] - Q1 2022 Operational Expenses decreased 32% year-over-year[9] - The company ended Q1 2022 with $2685 million in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and investment securities[9] Prescription Growth - Quarterly Retail Prescription Equivalents (RPE) grew +567% year-over-year and +65% quarter-over-quarter[9] Clinical Trial Progress - The CLEAR Outcomes trial is approaching 95% MACE accumulation, with 100% MACE expected by year-end and topline results anticipated in Q1 2023[9, 20] - The CLEAR Outcomes trial is a 14,014-patient randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial with a median follow-up anticipated to be 375 years[20] Market Opportunity - The company is progressing its pipeline, including an oral PCSK9 inhibitor and an ACL inhibitor platform, which will participate in a market valued at over $11 billion in 2026[19] Financial Outlook - FY 2022 Research and Development (R&D) guidance is $100 - $110 million[27] - FY 2022 Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A) guidance is $120 - $130 million[27] - FY 2022 Operating Expense (Op Ex) guidance is $220 - $240 million[27]
CHMP Backs NVO's Ozempic EU Label Update for Cardiovascular Indication
ZACKS· 2025-06-24 17:01
Core Insights - Novo Nordisk's Ozempic has received a positive opinion from the European Medicines Agency's Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) for an updated label reflecting positive data from the STRIDE study on peripheral artery disease (PAD) [2][5][6] - The approval for the PAD indication would make Ozempic the first glucose-lowering treatment with proven functional benefits in patients with type II diabetes (T2D) and PAD [5][7] - Novo Nordisk anticipates European Commission approval for the label update within two months, with a U.S. FDA review also underway [6][7] Product Information - Ozempic is currently approved in multiple doses (0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg) for treating T2D and reducing the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events [3][4] - The STRIDE study demonstrated improved walking capacity in T2D patients with PAD, supporting the label expansion [5][6] - Rybelsus, another Novo Nordisk product, is under review for label expansion to prevent major adverse cardiovascular events, with decisions expected in the second half of 2025 [8][11] Market Position - Novo Nordisk holds a 33.3% share of the global diabetes value market, driven by its semaglutide products, including Ozempic and Rybelsus [12] - The company's obesity drug, Wegovy, also significantly contributes to its revenue alongside Ozempic [13] - Year-to-date, Novo Nordisk shares have declined by 18.9%, contrasting with a 2.7% decline in the industry [5]
Esperion Therapeutics (ESPR) 2025 Conference Transcript
2025-05-08 17:30
Summary of Esperion Therapeutics (ESPR) Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Esperion Therapeutics (ESPR) - **Event**: 2025 Conference - **Date**: May 08, 2025 Key Points Industry and Product Insights - **Study Results**: The CLEAR Outcomes study involved 14,000 patients and demonstrated a nearly 40% reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) in primary prevention settings, which is significant for patients who have not yet experienced cardiovascular events [1][2] - **Market Opportunity**: The drug provides an alternative for patients who cannot tolerate statins, with up to 30% of the population unable to achieve their cardiovascular health goals with statins alone [2] - **Patient Population**: The new label allows access to approximately 70 million patients in the U.S., significantly expanding the potential market [9] Launch and Sales Strategy - **Initial Launch Challenges**: The drug was launched in March 2020, coinciding with the COVID-19 pandemic, which complicated initial sales efforts [4] - **Sales Force Restructuring**: The company reduced its sales force from 300 to 70 representatives in October 2021, focusing on consistent quarterly growth and achieving positive outcomes from the CLEAR Outcomes trial [6][8] - **Reimbursement Improvements**: Post-label update, reimbursement access improved significantly, with many major payers eliminating prior authorization requirements, facilitating easier access for patients [10][11] Physician and Patient Feedback - **Physician Reception**: Physicians have responded positively to the drug, appreciating the compelling outcomes data and the drug's tolerability [12][15] - **Awareness Campaigns**: The company is focusing on increasing awareness among physicians and patients through targeted digital marketing strategies [19][20] Market Dynamics - **Market Share**: The drug is primarily being used in the primary prevention setting, with a significant portion of the 70 million patient market being targeted [22] - **Growth Trends**: The company experienced double-digit growth in prescriptions, although the first quarter of the year saw some slowdown due to changes in Medicare [23][24] Financial and Operational Updates - **Debt Management**: The company successfully restructured its debt, reducing $700 million in debt and deferring $265 million in convertible notes to 2030, improving its capital structure [50][51] - **Cash Position**: As of Q1, the company had approximately $114 million in cash, with expectations for improved cash flow as the year progresses [59] Future Developments - **New Drug Development**: The company is pursuing a triple combination therapy involving bempedoic acid, ezetimibe, and statins, aiming for significant LDL-C reduction [37][38] - **Expansion Plans**: Esperion is also exploring opportunities in other markets, including Japan and Canada, with partnerships established for launches in these regions [62] Competitive Landscape - **Loss of Exclusivity**: The company is aware of nine ANDA filers for generics but believes it has solid intellectual property protection until mid-2031, with additional patents extending to 2040 [34][36] Research and Development - **New Indications**: The company is exploring treatments for familial hypocholesterolemia and primary sclerosing cholangitis, indicating a commitment to expanding its therapeutic portfolio [42][48] Conclusion Esperion Therapeutics is positioned to capitalize on its recent label updates and improved reimbursement access, targeting a significant market of patients who cannot tolerate statins. The company is focused on growth through strategic marketing, debt management, and new product development, while navigating the competitive landscape of cardiovascular therapies.
Novo Nordisk A/S: ECO 2025 - Novo Nordisk semaglutide data shows new health benefits across serious chronic diseases
Globenewswire· 2025-05-06 12:00
Bagsværd, Denmark, 6 May 2025 – Novo Nordisk today announced that new data spanning the company's industry-leading portfolio across metabolic and cardiovascular health will be presented at the upcoming 32 European Congress on Obesity (ECO), 11–14 May 2025. The data will further extend the wide-ranging evidence base for semaglutide through real-world evidence studies and additional analysis of the landmark cardiovascular outcomes trial, SELECT, as well as part 1 of the phase 3 ESSENCE trial in metabolic dysf ...
Esperion Therapeutics (ESPR) Update / Briefing Transcript
2025-01-22 18:30
Summary of the Conference Call Company and Industry - **Company**: Esperion Therapeutics - **Industry**: Cardiovascular Disease Treatment, specifically focusing on lipid-lowering therapies Key Points and Arguments 1. **Unmet Need in Cardiovascular Disease**: Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally, with 44% of US adults affected. Over half of these patients do not meet LDL-C goals, and 30% may be unable or unwilling to take statins [7][8][9]. 2. **Clinical Development of Bempedoic Acid**: Esperion's clinical trials for bempedoic acid focused on patients with unmet needs, including those with statin intolerance and primary prevention patients. The trials included a combination of bempedoic acid with low-dose statins and a fixed combination with Ezetimibe [8][10][11]. 3. **Phase Three Trials**: Five placebo-controlled Phase Three trials demonstrated significant reductions in LDL cholesterol and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) across various patient populations, including those with cardiovascular disease and statin intolerance [11][12][13]. 4. **Clear Outcomes Study**: This unique trial validated that bempedoic acid reduces cardiovascular risk by lowering LDL cholesterol. It included both primary and secondary prevention patients and showed a 13% relative risk reduction in major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) [12][13][14]. 5. **Safety Profile**: Bempedoic acid was generally well tolerated, with a safety profile similar to placebo. Myalgia was the most common side effect, but the incidence was lower than with statins [22][23]. 6. **Market Positioning**: Bempedoic acid is the only non-statin FDA-approved drug with data in primary prevention patients, addressing a significant unmet need in cardiovascular risk reduction [25][26]. 7. **Real-World Experience**: Doctor Moriarty emphasized the importance of early intervention in atherosclerosis and noted that bempedoic acid has been effective in managing patients with statin intolerance, achieving up to a 40% reduction in LDL [50][52]. 8. **Patient Preferences**: There is a strong preference among patients for oral therapies over injectables due to convenience and cost considerations [55][56]. 9. **Future Directions**: The potential for combining bempedoic acid with statins and other therapies is being explored, with ongoing studies to assess the efficacy of triple combination therapies [86][90]. Other Important but Possibly Overlooked Content 1. **Educational Gaps**: There is a lack of awareness among some healthcare providers regarding the benefits and availability of bempedoic acid, which may hinder its adoption [96][97]. 2. **Inflammation and Cardiovascular Risk**: The discussion highlighted the importance of addressing inflammation in cardiovascular disease, with bempedoic acid showing promise in lowering inflammatory markers like hsCRP and RDW [46][48][49]. 3. **Cost Considerations**: The cost of therapies remains a significant factor in prescribing practices, with generics being preferred due to their affordability [76][90]. This summary encapsulates the key insights from the conference call, focusing on the clinical development, market positioning, and real-world application of bempedoic acid in treating cardiovascular disease.