November 08, 2006
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Inspire reports 48% increase in revenues in third quarter of 2006

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DURHAM, N.C. — Inspire Pharmaceuticals Inc. reported revenue totaling $9.7 million in the third quarter of 2006, a 48% increase compared to the previous year, the company announced.

The increased revenue was entirely generated from co-promotion activities. In particular, net sales of Elestat (epinastine HCl ophthalmic solution) increased 20% to $5.4 million, and net sales of Restasis (cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion) increased 109% to $4.3 million, according to a press release from Inspire.

Overall, the company reported a net loss of $7.2 million, or $0.17 per share, vs. a net loss of $6.8 million, or $0.16 per share, for the third quarter of 2005, according to the release.