Supernus Pharmaceuticals(US:SUPN)2025-08-05 21:32Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for Q2 2025 was $165 million, a decrease from $168 million in the same quarter last year [17] - Net product sales were $158 million, with royalty, licensing, and other revenues at $7 million; excluding Trokendi XR and Oxtellar XR, total revenues increased by 17% compared to the same quarter last year [17] - GAAP net earnings were $22 million or $0.40 per diluted share, compared to $20 million or $0.36 per diluted share in the same quarter last year [18] - As of June 30, 2025, the company had approximately $523 million in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, up from $454 million as of December 31, 2024 [21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - KELBY experienced 31% growth in net sales and 23% growth in prescriptions, with approximately 36,000 prescribers, a 23% increase year-over-year [8][9] - GOCOVRI saw a 16% increase in net sales and a 14% increase in prescriptions, reaching approximately 1,900 prescribers [10] - ONAPCO launched successfully with over 750 patient enrollment forms submitted by more than 300 prescribers [11] - ZERZUVE reported Q2 2025 net revenues of $23.2 million, a 68% increase from $13.8 million in Q2 2024 [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - KELBY's adult prescriptions grew by 29%, while pediatric prescriptions grew by 20% [30] - GOCOVRI's Medicare copay decreased significantly, with 97% of prescriptions having a copay of less than $25, down from 77% in 2024 [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is transitioning from legacy products to a new growth phase, focusing on KELBY, GOCOVRI, ONAPCO, and ZERZUVE as core growth drivers [7][70] - The acquisition of Sage Therapeutics is expected to accelerate mid to long-term revenue growth and cash flow [12] - Corporate development will prioritize revenue-generating products and opportunities in women's health, particularly in the OBGYN space [49] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's growth trajectory, highlighting strong performance in the first half of 2025 and the positive impact of the Sage acquisition [22] - The company expects total revenues for 2025 to range from $670 million to $700 million, up from a previous range of $600 million to $630 million [22] - Operating loss for the full year 2025 is expected to be between $70 million and $80 million, primarily due to acquisition-related costs [23] Other Important Information - The company is on track to initiate a phase 2b trial for SPN-820 in adults with major depressive disorder [13] - The company completed a pharmacokinetic study for SPN-443, a new product candidate for ADHD and other CNS disorders [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Pricing dynamics for KELBY and adult segment update - Management indicated that net pricing for KELBY remains above $300 per prescription, with adult prescriptions growing significantly [26][28] Question: Enrollment forms and sales for ONAPCO - Management reported over 750 enrollment forms submitted and approximately 200 patients currently receiving the product, with reimbursement processes going smoothly [27][32] Question: Sales growth for ZERZUVE - Management noted a 36% growth in prescriptions for ZERZUVE, attributing it to strong sales force expansion and investment [37][39] Question: KELBY launch initiatives and prescriber interest - Management highlighted the importance of new label changes and educational efforts for physicians, contributing to strong performance [45][46] Question: Future M&A focus and cash position post-Sage acquisition - Management confirmed a strong cash position of approximately $240 million to $260 million post-acquisition, with a focus on revenue-generating products in CNS and women's health [48][51]