AS 241
Alternative Names: AS-241; UNC13A targeting antisense oligonuclotide therapeutic - AcuraStemLatest Information Update: 11 May 2026
At a glance
- Originator AcuraStem
- Class Antidementias; Antisense oligonucleotides
- Mechanism of Action Gene silencing; UNC13B protein expression stimulants
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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
Highest Development Phases
- Preclinical Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis; Frontotemporal dementia
Most Recent Events
- 28 Apr 2026 Preclinical trials in Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is underway in USA (Parenteral)
- 28 Apr 2026 Preclinical trials in Frontotemporal dementia is underway in USA (Parenteral)
- 28 Apr 2026 AcuraStem plans a phase I trial for Frontotemporal dementia and Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Parenteral)