Rimonabant
Alternative Names: Acomplia; SR 141716; SR 141716A; ZimultiLatest Information Update: 05 Nov 2023
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At a glance
- Originator sanofi-aventis
- Developer Sanofi; sanofi-aventis
- Class Amides; Antihyperlipidaemics; Obesity therapies; Piperidines; Pyrazoles; Small molecules; Smoking cessation therapies
- Mechanism of Action Cannabinoid receptor CB1 antagonists
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Orphan Drug Status
Orphan designation is assigned by a regulatory body to encourage companies to develop drugs for rare diseases.
- New Molecular Entity Yes
Highest Development Phases
- Market Withdrawal Obesity; Type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Discontinued Atherosclerosis; Cardiovascular disorders; Cognition disorders; Hyperlipidaemia; Liver disorders; Neuropathic pain; Schizophrenia; Smoking withdrawal
Most Recent Events
- 05 Dec 2008 Withdrawn for Obesity in European Union (PO)
- 05 Dec 2008 Withdrawn for Type-2 diabetes mellitus in European Union (PO)
- 05 Nov 2008 Discontinued - Phase-III for Atherosclerosis in USA (PO)