At a glance
- Originator University of Florida
- Developer GelTex Pharmaceuticals; Watson Pharma
- Class Small molecules
- Mechanism of Action Chelating agents
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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 Iron overload
Most Recent Events
- 04 Apr 2003 No development reported - Preclinical for Iron overload in USA (unspecified route)
- 21 Dec 2000 GelTex Pharmaceuticals has been acquired by Genzyme Corporation
- 22 Oct 1999 Preclinical development for Iron overload in USA (Unknown route)