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Esperion rises as partner launches cholesterol drug in Japan

ReutersNov 21, 2025 5:06 PM

Shares of drug developer Esperion ESPR.O rise 7% to $3.15 during afternoon trading

Co says it will receive a $90 million payment after its Japanese partner, Otsuka Pharmaceutical, launched cholesterol-lowering drug Nexletol in Japan.

Otsuka received national approval to sell Nexletol for patients with high cholesterol and certain inherited cholesterol disorders, ESPR says

ESPR eligible for additional milestones and 15%-30% royalties on Japan sales

Japan is third-largest market for cardiovascular prevention, ESPR says

Including session's move, shares up ~44% YTD

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