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CRESCITA THERAPEUTICS Laval , QC , May 11 , 2021 Crescita Therapeutics Inc. ( TSX : CTX and OTC US : CRRTF ) ( " Crescita " or the " Company " ) , a growth - oriented , innovation - driven Canadian commercial dermatology company , today reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31 , 2021 ( " Q1 - F2021 " ) . All amounts presented are in thousands of Canadian dollars ( “ CAD " ) unless otherwise noted . Financial Highlights Q1 - F2021 vs. Q1 - F2020 Crescita Reports First Quarter 2021 Results Positive Adjusted EBITDA¹ and Strong Liquidity Position ■ Revenue was $ 3,265 compared to $ 3,815 , a decrease of $ 550 ; ● Gross profit was $ 2,116 compared to $ 2,464 , a decrease of $ 348 ; Operating expenses were $ 2,413 compared to $ 2,825 , a decrease of $ 412 ; Adjusted EBITDA¹ was $ 87 compared to $ 112 , a decrease of $ 25 ; Ending cash position was $ 13,944 compared to $ 9,334 , an increase of $ 4,610 . " Despite longer lockdown periods , the improved performance of our Commercial segment over the prior year indicates early signs of recovery as we continue to see the benefits of our investments in digital marketing and commercial initiatives , " commented Serge Verreault , President and CEO of Crescita . " We launched our skin revitalization solution , NCTF , in April through a virtual event with positive feedback and are looking forward to continuing our fieldwork to create brand awareness and ramp up sales , " added Mr. Verreault . " During the quarter , we recognized US $ 637 of the US $ 1,000 annual minimum royalties under our licensing agreement with Taro due to the continued shortfall of the U.S. sales of Pliaglis . Taro is pursuing its efforts to commercialize the product and we are monitoring the situation closely . We remain focused on expanding the international footprint of Pliaglis , growing our medical aesthetics business , and leveraging our strong cash balance for M & A . " Q1 - F2021 and Subsequent Corporate Developments Launch of New Cellular Treatment FactorⓇ In April , we launched New Cellular Treatment Factor® ( " NCTF " ) in the Canadian medical aesthetics market . NCTF is a unique skin revitalization solution , containing hyaluronic acid and over 50 key ingredients , which smooths fine lines , restores radiance , deeply nourishes the skin and increases skin density . Since 1978 , NCTF has been a leader in skin revitalization with over 4 million bottles sold around the world annually . Patent Granted for CTX - 102 On March 16 , the United States Patent and Trademark Office granted U.S. Patent No. 10,945,952 for Rinse Off Compositions and Uses Thereof for Delivery of Active Agents which is valid through March 16 , 2040 and Orange Book listable against CTX - 102 once the product is approved . The enhanced deposition technology protected by the patent may be utilized in new development projects in the future . Lease Amendment for Manufacturing and Office Facility ● Effective March 15 , the Company amended the lease for its manufacturing and office facility , extending the lease term for a period of five years until September 30 , 2026 and adding a renewal option in favour of the Company for an additional period of five years until September 30 , 2031 . ¹Please refer to the Non - IFRS Financial Measures section of this press release .