Emestedastat - Actinogen Medical
Alternative Names: UE-2343; XanamemLatest Information Update: 04 Jun 2026
At a glance
- Originator University of Edinburgh
- Developer Actinogen Medical
- Class Antidementias; Antidepressants; Azabicyclo compounds; Ketones; Pyrazoles; Pyrimidines; Small molecules; Thiophenes
- Mechanism of Action 11-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 inhibitors
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Orphan Drug Status
No
Orphan designation is assigned by a regulatory body to encourage companies to develop drugs for rare diseases.
- New Molecular Entity Yes
- Available For Licensing Yes
Highest Development Phases
- Phase II/III Alzheimer's disease
- Phase II Major depressive disorder
- No development reported Fragile X syndrome
Most Recent Events
- 28 May 2026 Actinogen announces intention to submit Marketing Authorization Application to European Medical Agency for Alzheimer's disease
- 28 May 2026 Actinogen receives positive EMA scientific advice for Alzheimer’s disease program
- 28 May 2026 Actinogen medical plans a pivotal phase III trial for Alzheimer's disease in multiple regions in mid 2027