Subsidiary, Citius Oncology, launches cancer immunotherapy, LYMPHIR$(TM)$, in the U.S. in December 2025
CRANFORD, N.J., Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Citius Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Citius Pharma" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: CTXR), a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of first-in-class critical care products today reported business and financial results for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025.
"2025 was a pivotal year for Citius as we successfully launched LYMPHIR following its FDA approval, marking the first new systemic therapy for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) patients since 2018. This milestone reflects our ability to execute and our commitment to delivering impactful treatments for patients with limited options," said Leonard Mazur, Chairman and CEO of Citius Pharma. "With LYMPHIR commercially available as of December 2025, we are focused on its successful launch and adoption in 2026, with even greater opportunities ahead to drive value for patients and shareholders. We are actively engaging with the FDA to advance Mino-Lok, exploring additional indications and markets for LYMPHIR, and working diligently to strengthen our financial and operational foundation to support sustained growth. We look forward to reporting on our continued progress in the coming months."
Fiscal Year 2025 Business Highlights and Subsequent Developments
-- Citius Pharma subsidiary, Citius Oncology (Nasdaq: CTOR), launched
LYMPHIR(TM) (denileukin diftitox-cxdl), a novel IL-2 receptor-directed
immunotherapy, in the U.S. in December 2025 for the treatment of adult
patients with relapsed or refractory Stage I-III CTCL after at least one
prior systemic therapy;
-- Citius Pharma drove commercial preparations for LYMPHIR's launch through
its shared management services agreement with Citius Oncology:
-- Executed service agreements with the three leading U.S.
pharmaceutical wholesalers to distribute LYMPHIR throughout the
U.S.;
-- Secured access to LYMPHIR in 19 international markets through
regional distribution partners via named patient programs (NPPs),
which allows access to LYMPHIR where permitted by local law
without constituting commercial approval outside the U.S.;
-- Ensured production and sufficient supply of LYMPHIR for up to 18
months of estimated commercial demand;
-- Secured inclusion of LYMPHIR in the National Comprehensive Cancer
Network (NCCN) guidelines and compendia with a Category 2A
recommendation, and a unique, permanent Healthcare Common
Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) J-code (J9161) to aid in obtaining
coverage and reimbursement;
-- Partnered to deploy an AI-powered sales and marketing platform to
enhance commercial targeting, real-time field execution, and
provider engagement; and,
-- Contracted with a leading provider of global commercialization
services to supply medical information, pharmacovigilance, revenue
cycle management, program management, data and analytics, and
channel management services;
-- Raised approximately $61 million in gross proceeds from capital raises:
-- Citius Pharma closed $25 million in gross proceeds from strategic
financings during and after the fiscal year end; and,
-- Citius Oncology closed $36 million in gross proceeds from
strategic financings during and after the fiscal year end; and,
-- Continued to engage with the FDA on the paths forward for Mino-Lok and
Halo-Lido.
Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Highlights
-- Cash and cash equivalents of $4.3 million as of September 30, 2025;
-- Citius Pharma did not report revenues for the year;
-- R&D expenses were $9.2 million for the full year ended September 30,
2025, compared to $11.9 million for the full year ended September 30,
2024;
-- G&A expenses were $18.5 million for the full year ended September 30,
2025, compared to $18.2 million for the full year ended September 30,
2024;
-- Stock-based compensation expense was $10.8 million for the full year
ended September 30, 2025, compared to $11.8 million for the full year
ended September 30, 2024; and,
-- Net loss was $39.7 million, or ($3.38) per share for the fiscal year
ended September 30, 2025 compared to a net loss of $40.2 million, or
($5.97) per share for the full year ended September 30, 2024.
About Citius Oncology, Inc.
Citius Oncology, Inc. (Nasdaq: CTOR) is a platform to develop and commercialize novel targeted oncology therapies. In December 2025, Citius Oncology launched LYMPHIR, approved by the FDA for the treatment of adults with relapsed or refractory Stage I--III CTCL who had had at least one prior systemic therapy. Management estimates the initial market for LYMPHIR currently exceeds $400 million, is growing, and is underserved by existing therapies. Robust intellectual property protections that span orphan drug designation, complex technology, trade secrets and pending patents for immuno-oncology use as a combination therapy with checkpoint inhibitors would further support Citius Oncology's competitive positioning. For more information, please visit www.citiusonc.com.
About Citius Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Citius Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: CTXR) is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development and commercialization of first-in-class critical care products. Citius Pharma owns approximately 78% of Citius Oncology. In December 2025, Citius Oncology launched LYMPHIR, a targeted immunotherapy for the treatment of adults with relapsed or refractory Stage I--III CTCL who had had at least one prior systemic therapy. Citius Pharma's late-stage pipeline also includes Mino-Lok$(R)$ , a catheter lock solution to salvage catheters in patients with catheter-related bloodstream infections, and CITI-002 (Halo-Lido), a topical formulation for the relief of hemorrhoids. A pivotal Phase 3 trial for Mino-Lok and a Phase 2b trial for Halo-Lido were completed in 2023. Mino-Lok met primary and secondary endpoints of its Phase 3 trial. Citius Pharma is actively engaged with the FDA to outline next steps for both programs. For more information, please visit www.citiuspharma.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Such statements are made based on our expectations and beliefs concerning future events impacting Citius Pharma and Citius Oncology. You can identify these statements by the fact that they use words such as "will," "anticipate," "estimate," "expect," "plan," "should," and "may" and other words and terms of similar meaning or use of future dates. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could negatively affect our business, operating results, financial condition and stock price. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated, and, unless noted otherwise, that apply to Citius Pharma and Citius Oncology, are: our need for substantial additional funds and our ability to raise additional money to fund our operations for at least the next 12 months as a going concern; our ability to successfully commercialize LYMPHIR and establish a sustainable revenue stream; the estimated markets for LYMPHIR and our product candidates and the acceptance thereof by any market; our ability to secure strategic partnerships and expand international access to LYMPHIR; our ability to use the latest technology to support our commercialization efforts for LYMPHIR; physician and patient acceptance of LYMPHIR in a competitive treatment landscape; our reliance on third-party logistics providers, distributors, and specialty pharmacies to support commercial operations; our ability to educate providers and payers, secure adequate reimbursement, and maintain uninterrupted product supply; post-marketing requirements and ongoing regulatory compliance related to LYMPHIR; the ability of LYMPHIR and our product candidates to impact the quality of life of our target patient populations; risks relating to the results of research and development activities, including those from our existing and any new pipeline assets; our ability to procure cGMP commercial-scale supply; our ability to obtain, perform under and maintain financing and strategic agreements and relationships; our ability to maintain Nasdaq's continued listing standards; market and other conditions; risks related to our growth strategy; patent and intellectual property matters; our ability to identify, acquire, close and integrate product candidates and companies successfully and on a timely basis; government regulation; as well as other risks described in our Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") filings. These risks have been and may be further impacted by any future public health risks. Accordingly, these forward-looking statements do not constitute guarantees of future performance, and you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Risks regarding our business are described in detail in our SEC filings which are available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov, including in Citius Oncology's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2025, filed with the SEC on December 23, 2025. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof, and we expressly disclaim any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in our expectations or any changes in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such
statement is based, except as required by law.
Investor Contact:
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908-967-6677 x113
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-- Financial Tables Follow --
CITIUS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 AND 2024
2025 2024
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ASSETS
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 4,252,290 $ 3,251,880
Inventory 22,286,693 8,268,766
Prepaid expenses 1,395,490 2,700,000
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Total Current Assets 27,934,473 14,220,646
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Operating lease right-of-use
asset, net 818,694 246,247
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Other Assets:
Deposits 38,062 38,062
In-process research and
development 92,800,000 92,800,000
Goodwill 9,346,796 9,346,796
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Total Other Assets 102,184,858 102,184,858
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Total Assets $ 130,938,025 $ 116,651,751
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS'
EQUITY
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable $ 13,693,692 $ 4,927,211
License payable 22,650,000 28,400,000
Accrued expenses 4,190,253 17,027
Accrued compensation 3,292,447 2,229,018
Note payable 1,000,000 --
Operating lease liability 88,348 241,547
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Total Current Liabilities 44,914,740 35,814,803
Deferred tax liability 7,770,760 6,713,800
Operating lease liability -- non
current 724,925 21,318
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Total Liabilities 53,410,425 42,549,921
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Commitments and Contingencies
Stockholders' Equity:
Preferred stock - $0.001 par
value; 10,000,000 shares
authorized; no shares issued and
outstanding -- --
Common stock - $0.001 par value;
250,000,000 and 16,000,000 shares
authorized at September 30, 2025
and 2024, respectively;
18,067,744 and 7,247,243 shares
issued and outstanding at
September 30, 2025 and 2024,
respectively 18,068 7,247
Additional paid-in capital 306,336,239 271,440,421
Accumulated deficit (238,804,129) (201,370,218)
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Total Citius Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Stockholders' Equity 67,550,178 70,077,450
Non-controlling interest 9,977,422 4,024,380
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Total Equity 77,527,600 74,101,830
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Total Liabilities and Equity $ 130,938,025 $ 116,651,751
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CITIUS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 AND 2024
2025 2024
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Revenues $ -- $ --
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Operating Expenses:
Research and development 9,156,474 11,906,601
General and administrative 18,532,843 18,249,402
Stock-based compensation -- general
and administrative 10,836,291 11,839,678
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Total Operating Expenses 38,525,608 41,995,681
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Operating Loss (38,525,608) (41,995,681)
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Other Income (Expense):
Interest income 110,081 758,000
Interest expense (267,782) --
Gain on sale of New Jersey net
operating losses -- 2,387,842
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Total Other Income (Expense), Net (157,701) 3,145,842
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Loss before Income Taxes (38,683,309) (38,849,839)
Income tax expense 1,056,960 576,000
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Net Loss (39,740,269) (39,425,839)
Net loss attributable to
non-controlling interest 2,306,358 287,000
Deemed dividend on warrant extension -- (1,047,312)
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Net Loss Applicable to Common
Stockholders $(37,433,911) (40,186,151)
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Net Loss Per Share Applicable to
Common Stockholders - Basic and
Diluted $ (3.38) (5.97)
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Weighted Average Common Shares
Outstanding
Basic and diluted 11,065,225 6,726,999
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CITIUS PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 AND 2024
2025 2024
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Cash Flows From Operating
Activities:
Net loss $(39,740,269) $(39,425,839)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss
to net cash used in operating
activities:
Stock-based compensation 10,836,291 11,839,678
Issuance of common stock for
services 26,600 284,176
Amortization of operating lease
right-of-use asset 214,250 208,179
Depreciation -- 1,432
Deferred income tax expense 1,056,960 576,000
Changes in operating assets and
liabilities:
Inventory (12,649,207) (2,133,871)
Prepaid expenses (64,210) (945,389)
Accounts payable 8,766,481 1,999,877
Accrued expenses 4,173,226 (459,273)
Accrued compensation 1,063,429 72,035
Operating lease liability (236,289) (218,380)
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Net Cash Used In Operating
Activities (26,552,738) (28,201,375)
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Cash Flows From Investing
Activities:
License payment (5,750,000) (5,000,000)
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Net Cash Used In Investing
Activities (5,750,000) (5,000,000)
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Cash Flows From Financing
Activities:
Proceeds from note payable and
advance from employee 1,300,000 --
Repayment of advance from employee (300,000) --
Merger, net -- (3,831,357)
Net proceeds from common stock
offerings 32,303,148 13,803,684
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Net Cash Provided By Financing
Activities 33,303,148 9,972,327
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Net Change in Cash and Cash
Equivalents 1,000,410 (23,229,048)
Cash and Cash Equivalents --
Beginning of Year 3,251,880 26,480,928
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Cash and Cash Equivalents -- End of
Year $ 4,252,290 $ 3,251,880
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Supplemental Disclosures of Cash
Flow Information and Non-cash
Activities:
IPR&D Milestones included in License
Payable $ -- $ 28,400,000
Net Prepaid Manufacturing
transferred to Inventory $ 1,368,720 $ 6,134,895
Operating lease right-of-use asset
and liability recorded $ 786,697 $ --
Interest paid $ 187,389 $ --
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