MK 1708
Alternative Names: MK-1708Latest Information Update: 03 Oct 2024
At a glance
- Originator Merck Sharp & Dohme
- Class Antidementias
- Mechanism of Action Undefined mechanism
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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 I Alzheimer's disease; Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Most Recent Events
- 30 Sep 2024 Merck Sharp & Dohme plans a phase I pharmacokinetics trial for Alzheimer's disease (In Volunteers) (PO) in September 2024 (NCT06586606)
- 27 Aug 2024 Preclinical trials in Alzheimer's disease in Japan (PO)
- 27 Aug 2024 Preclinical trials in Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in Japan (PO)