NPS Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:NPSP)

NPS Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company, engages in the development of therapeutic products in the United States. Its lead product is Gattex for the treatment of adult patients with short bowel syndrome (SBS) who are dependent on parenteral support. The company also develops Natpara that is under Phase 3 clinical trial for the treatment of adult hypoparathyroidism; NPSP790 and NPSP795 calcilytic compounds, which are in Phase 1 clinical trial for application in rare disorders involving increased calcium receptor activity, such as autosomal dominant hypocalcemia with hypercalciuria; and Teduglutide that is under preclinical stage for pediatric indications. It has collaborative agreements with GlaxoSmithKline to collaborate on the research, development, and commercialization of calcium receptor active compounds to treat osteoporosis and other bone metabolism disorders; and Kyowa Hakko Kirin Co. Ltd. to develop and commercialize compounds for the treatment of hyperparathyroidism. The company was founded in 1986 and is based in Bedminster, New Jersey.

Last updated April 9, 2013