MK 2214
Alternative Names: MK-2214Latest Information Update: 29 Aug 2025
At a glance
- Originator Merck & Co
- Class Antidementias; Monoclonal antibodies
- Mechanism of Action Tau protein 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
- Phase II Alzheimer's disease
Most Recent Events
- 16 Jul 2025 Phase-II clinical trials in Alzheimer's disease (In the elderly, In adults) in USA (IV) (NCT07033494)
- 02 Jul 2025 Merck completes a phase I trial for Alzheimer's disease (In adults, In the elderly) in USA (IV) (NCT05466422)
- 24 Jun 2025 Merck & Co plans a phase II trial for Alzheimer's disease (In adults, In the elderly) (IV) in July 2025 (NCT07033494)