Research programme: anti-fibrotics - Takeda
Alternative Names: FT-01; FT-026; FT-061; FT-071; SHP-628; Tranilast analogues - TakedaLatest Information Update: 15 Jan 2019
At a glance
- Originator Fibrotech Therapeutics; University of Melbourne
- Developer Shire
- Class Anthranilic acids; Halogenated hydrocarbons; Small molecules
- Mechanism of Action Collagen inhibitors; Platelet-derived growth factor 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.
- New Molecular Entity Yes
Highest Development Phases
- No development reported Arthritis; Chronic heart failure; Kidney disorders; Pulmonary fibrosis
Most Recent Events
- 08 Jan 2019 Shire has been acquired and merged into Takeda
- 28 Jul 2018 No recent reports of development identified for preclinical development in Arthritis in Australia
- 28 Jul 2018 No recent reports of development identified for preclinical development in Chronic-heart-failure in Australia