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Mar 31, 2022

AcelRx Q1 2022 Earnings Report

AcelRx reported first quarter 2022 financial results, highlighting DSUVIA sales growth and a strategic shift towards development.

Key Takeaways

AcelRx Pharmaceuticals reported $0.4 million in net revenues for Q1 2022. The company is realigning its cost structure to focus on development, expecting $9 million in annual savings. DSUVIA sales continued to grow, with a 64% increase in commercial sales compared to the previous quarter.

Realigned cost structure to prioritize development, projecting $9 million in annual savings.

Completed the acquisition of Lowell Therapeutics, including the Niyad franchise.

DSUVIA sales momentum continued with fourth consecutive quarter of sales volume growth.

Cash and short-term investments totaled $39.3 million as of March 31, 2022.

Total Revenue
$442K
Previous year: $511K
-13.5%
EPS
-$1.2
Previous year: -$1.6
-25.0%
Gross Profit
-$342K
Previous year: -$529K
-35.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$39.3M
Previous year: $67.3M
-41.6%
Free Cash Flow
-$9.02M
Previous year: -$9.73M
-7.3%
Total Assets
$72M
Previous year: $87.3M
-17.6%

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Forward Guidance

AcelRx anticipates near-term value creation through its development pipeline, including NDA submissions for pre-filled syringes in 2022 and potential emergency use authorization for Niyad in 2023. The company also intends to reduce operating costs and explore partnerships for DSUVIA.

Positive Outlook

  • Planned NDA submissions for pre-filled syringes in 2022.
  • Potential emergency use authorization for Niyad in 2023.
  • Focus on procedural suite sales.
  • Pursuing partnerships for DSUVIA.
  • Expected cost savings from corporate restructuring.

Challenges Ahead

  • Risk that restructuring could adversely affect the ability to successfully market DSUVIA.
  • Risks relating to obtaining regulatory approvals for product candidates.
  • Risks related to product development activities diverting management's attention.
  • Risks related to the ability to implement development plans and forecasts.
  • Risks related to unexpected variations in market growth and demand.