Cara Therapeutics

CARA Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, which focuses on developing and commercializing new chemical entities designed to alleviate pruritus by selectively targeting peripheral kappa opioid receptors (KORs). Its portfolio includes opioid-based products, anesthetic-based drugs, and analgesics that targets to alleviate itch and pain. The company was founded by Derek T. Chalmers, Michael E. Lewis, and Frederique Menzaghi on July 2, 2004 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT.

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Cara Therapeutics reports solid Q4 earnings amidst growth opportunities

Cara Therapeutics showcased strong revenue growth and positive feedback on KORSUVA injection sales in Q4 2022.
While facing challenges such as demand instability and regulatory uncertainties, the company remains confident in its growth prospects.
Strategic investments, milestone anticipation, and financial stability position Cara well for future value creation and market expansion.

Cara Therapeutics reports strong Q1 revenue, optimistic about pipeline growth

Cara Therapeutics delivered solid revenue in Q1 2023 driven by the successful launch of KORSUVA and Kapruvia. While facing increased operating expenses, the company remains optimistic about its pipeline's potential. Strategic focus on KORSUVA's success and ongoing R&D efforts position Cara for future growth.

Cara Therapeutics reports solid Q2 earnings amidst regulatory uncertainties

Cara Therapeutics posted strong financial performance in Q2 2023, driven by robust net sales and cash reserves, with a focus on maximizing shareholder value.
The company faces challenges related to potential CMS changes and European market dynamics but sees opportunities in international expansion and regulatory engagement.
Overall, Cara Therapeutics remains optimistic about the commercial prospects of its key products and pipeline, aiming for sustained growth and market leadership.

Cara Therapeutics extends cash runway, faces funding challenges ahead

Cara Therapeutics reports strong financials with extended cash runway. Progress in late-stage programs and successful monetization of royalties. Facing challenges with funding limitations and uncertainties around data releases.

Cara Therapeutics extends cash runway to 2026 amidst revenue challenges

Cara Therapeutics strategically focused on NP and oral DSK programs to drive growth.
Strong demand for KORSUVA injection but challenges from reimbursement changes.
Confidence in NP program and potential partnerships signal future opportunities.
Financially extended runway to 2026 but facing liquidity challenges with $1.8 million cash.

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The opioid industry is an ~$50 billion annual business, but opioids are very harmful to the body and extremely addictive. CARA has a drug that is finishing its trials and expectation is that an NDA will be filed shortly, paving way for New Drug status and the ability to distribute.

Cara Therapeutics Inks A Potential Blockbuster On Its Hands

- Topline data expected in first half of 2021 -

Cara Therapeutics Completes Full Enrollment in KARE Phase 2 Trial of Oral KORSUVA™ in Atopic Dermatitis Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Pruritus

STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CARA), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing new chemical entities designed to alleviate pruritus by selectively targeting peripheral kappa opioid receptors, or KORs, today announced that Derek Chalmers, Ph.D., D.Sc., President and Chief Executive Officer, will participate in the following upcoming virtual investor conferences and events in November and December:

Cara Therapeutics to Present at Multiple Upcoming Investor Conferences

Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (CARA) CEO Derek Chalmers on Q3 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

– Conference call today at 4:30 p.m. ET –

Cara Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results

STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CARA), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing new chemical entities designed to alleviate pruritus by selectively targeting peripheral kappa opioid receptors, today announced that the Company will host a conference call and live audio webcast on Monday, November 9, 2020, at 4:30 p.m. ET to report third quarter 2020 financial results and provide a corporate update.

Cara Therapeutics to Announce Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results on November 9, 2020

Cara (CARA) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

Cara (CARA) Moves to Buy: Rationale Behind the Upgrade

- Results from global KALM-2 p ivotal Phase 3 t rial of KORSUVA ™ Injection in h emodialysis p atients with p ruritus to be presented –

Cara Therapeutics Announces Presentation at American Society of Nephrology Kidney Week 2020

- Cara to Host Conference Call Today at 8:30 am EDT -

Vifor Pharma and Cara Therapeutics sign US license agreement for IV Korsuva™* to treat dialysis patients with pruritus

ST GALLEN, Switzerland & STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vifor Pharma and Cara Therapeutics sign US license agreement for i.v. Korsuva™* to treat dialysis patients with pruritus

Vifor Pharma and Cara Therapeutics sign US license agreement for i.v. Korsuva™* to treat dialysis patients with pruritus

STAMFORD, Conn., Oct. 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CARA), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing new chemical entities designed to alleviate pruritus by selectively targeting peripheral kappa opioid receptors, today announced the appointment of Thomas Reilly as Chief Financial Officer, effective October 1, 2020. Mr. Reilly will be responsible for overseeing the Company’s financial strategy and activities related to accounting, capital markets, and business operations. He joins Cara from Allergan, now part of AbbVie, where he served as Finance Head for the U.S. General Medicine Commercial Business.

Cara Therapeutics Appoints Thomas Reilly as Chief Financial Officer

Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (CARA) CEO Derek Chalmers on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Cara Therapeutics Reports Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results

STAMFORD, Conn., Aug.  06, 2020  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CARA), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing new chemical entities designed to alleviate pruritus by selectively targeting peripheral kappa opioid receptors, or KORs, today announced that Derek Chalmers, Ph.D., D.Sc., President and Chief Executive Officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the Canaccord Genuity 40th Annual Growth Conference on Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. ET.

Cara Therapeutics to Present at the Canaccord Genuity 40th Annual Growth Conference

STAMFORD, Conn., Aug.  03, 2020  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq:CARA), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing new chemical entities designed to alleviate pruritus by selectively targeting peripheral kappa opioid receptors, or KORs, today announced that the Company will host a conference call and live audio webcast on Monday, August 10, 2020, at 4:30 p.m. ET to report second quarter 2020 financial results and provide a corporate update.

Cara Therapeutics to Announce Second Quarter 2020 Financial Results on August 10, 2020

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STAMFORD, Conn., June  30, 2020  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CARA), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing new chemical entities designed to alleviate pruritus by selectively targeting peripheral kappa opioid receptors, or KORs, today announced the appointment of Susan Shiff, Ph.D., M.B.A., to its Board of Directors. Dr. Shiff currently serves as Senior Vice President and Head of the Center for Observational and Real-World Evidence (CORE) at Merck, known as MSD outside the United States and Canada.

Cara Therapeutics Expands Board of Directors with Appointment of Susan Shiff, Ph.D., M.B.A.

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Cara Therapeutics Announces Completion of Interim Statistical Assessment for KARE Phase 2 Trial of Oral KORSUVA™ in Atopic Dermatitis Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Pruritus

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