Roxindole
Alternative Names: EMD 49980Latest Information Update: 18 Nov 1997
At a glance
- Originator Merck KGaA
- Class Antipsychotics; Indoles; Pyridines
- Mechanism of Action 5-HT1A serotonin receptor agonists; Dopamine D2 receptor agonists; Serotonin uptake inhibitors
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Orphan Drug Status
Orphan designation is assigned by a regulatory body to encourage companies to develop drugs for rare diseases.
Highest Development Phases
- Discontinued Major depressive disorder; Obsessive-compulsive disorders; Panic disorder; Psychotic disorders
Most Recent Events
- 18 Nov 1997 Discontinued-Clinical for Obsessive-compulsive disorders in European Union (Unknown route)
- 18 Nov 1997 Discontinued-Clinical for Panic disorder in European Union (Unknown route)
- 18 Nov 1997 Discontinued-II for Depression in USA (Unknown route)