UNI 494
Alternative Names: Nicorandil prodrug - Unicycive Therapeutics; UNI-494Latest Information Update: 27 Aug 2025
At a glance
- Originator Sphaera Pharma
- Developer Unicycive Therapeutics
- Class Esters; Small molecules; Urologics
- Mechanism of Action KATP channel stimulants
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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
- Available For Licensing Yes - Acute kidney injury; Kidney disorders
Highest Development Phases
- Phase I Acute kidney injury
- Preclinical Delayed graft function; Kidney disorders
Most Recent Events
- 18 Aug 2025 UNI 494 is available for licensing as of 18 Aug 2025. https://ir.unicycive.com/news/detail/109/unicycive-therapeutics-granted-new-u-s-patent-for-uni-494 9448433
- 18 Aug 2025 Unicycive Therapeutics has patent protection for UNI 494 in USA
- 18 Aug 2025 Unicycive Therapeutics has patents pending for UNI 494 in USA, prior to August 2025