Pelthos Therapeutics acquires Xepi cream and raises $18 million

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Pelthos Therapeutics Acquires Xepi® (ozenoxacin) Cream, 1% and Announces $18 Million Private Convertible Notes Financing

November 7, 2025 8:00 AM EST

Acquisition adds complementary dermatology product to the Pelthos portfolio anchored by ZELSUVMIXepi is a novel FDA-approved topical treatment for impetigo that addresses a critical unmet need in antibiotic-resistant skin infections caused by staph and strep infections, most commonly affecting childrenImpetigo affects approximately 3 million people in the U.S. every year and is among the most common bacterial skin infections seen in pediatric officesPrivate convertible notes financing will support the acquisition and re-launch of Xepi, accelerate the commercialization of... More