Velafermin
Alternative Names: CG-53135; CG53135-05; FGF 20; Fibroblast growth factor-20; rhFGF-20Latest Information Update: 17 Mar 2016
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At a glance
- Originator CuraGen Corporation
- Class Anti-inflammatories; Expectorants; Fibroblast growth factors
- Mechanism of Action Intercellular signalling peptide and protein stimulants; Somatotropin receptor agonists
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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
- Discontinued Inflammatory bowel diseases; Stomatitis
Most Recent Events
- 10 Aug 2007 CuraGen completes enrolment in the CLN-12 trial for oral mucositis in the US
- 01 Jun 2006 CuraGen has initiated enrolment in the CLN-12 trial for oral mucositis in the US, evaluating a single dose of velafermin
- 24 Feb 2006 Data from a media release have been added to the adverse events and Mouth disorders therapeutic trials sections