Citius Pharmaceuticals Launches LYMPHIR, Stock Surges 22.12%
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 24 2025
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Source: Benzinga
- New Drug Launch: Citius Pharmaceuticals' LYMPHIR became commercially available in December, marking the first new CTCL therapy since 2018, with an estimated initial market size exceeding $400 million, indicating significant progress in the oncology treatment sector.
- Market Access: The company secured a permanent J-code (J9161) and a National Comprehensive Cancer Network Category 2A recommendation, ensuring widespread availability of the drug in the U.S., which enhances its competitive position in the market.
- Financial Performance: Citius reported a net loss of $39.7 million for fiscal 2025, an improvement from the $40.2 million loss in fiscal 2024, demonstrating efforts in controlling R&D expenses, although the company has yet to generate revenue.
- Capital Raising: The company raised approximately $61 million in gross proceeds through capital raises, yet reported only $4.3 million in cash and cash equivalents, reflecting challenges in financial management and future operations.
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Citius Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of first-in-class critical care products, with a pipeline of anti-infectives in oncology, adjunct cancer care, stem cell therapy and prescription products. The Company's FDA approved LYMPHIR candidate is a targeted immunotherapy for an initial indication in the treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. Its late-stage pipeline also includes Mino-Lok, and CITI-002 (Halo-Lido). Mino-Lok is an antibiotic lock solution used to treat patients with catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs) and central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs). Halo-Lido is a topical formulation of halobetasol propionate, a corticosteroid, and lidocaine that is intended for the treatment of hemorrhoids. The Company is also seeking to develop and commercialize the NoveCite mesenchymal stem cells (NC-iMSCs) to treat acute respiratory conditions with a near term focus on ARDS.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
