Research programme: small molecule therapeutics - Mercaptor Discoveries
Alternative Names: Captons®; Capton™ moleculesLatest Information Update: 06 Nov 2023
At a glance
- Originator Mercaptor Discoveries
- Developer Mercaptor Discoveries; National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
- Class Neuroprotectants; Small molecules; Sulfhydryl compounds
- Mechanism of Action Protein aggregation inhibitors; Reactive oxygen species modulators
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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 CNS disorders; Neurodegenerative disorders; Traumatic brain injuries
Most Recent Events
- 28 May 2022 No recent reports of development identified for preclinical development in CNS-disorders in USA (PO)
- 28 May 2022 No recent reports of development identified for preclinical development in Neurodegenerative-disorders in USA (PO)
- 28 May 2022 No recent reports of development identified for preclinical development in Traumatic-brain-injuries in USA (PO)