Tuesday, April 24, 2007

Elan Q1 loss doubled but MS drug keeps on track

(Reuters) - DUBLIN, April 24 - Drug-maker Elan Corp posted a wider-than-expected first-quarter loss on Tuesday after repaying debt but said it was on track to meet full-year goals thanks to a new multiple sclerosis treatment.

"The net loss increased, mainly due to a charge in respect of the early retirement of debt this quarter and the inclusion of a gain on the sale of EU rights to Prialt in 2006," Chief Financial Officer Shane Cooke said in a statement.


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