MK 2420
Alternative Names: MK-2420Latest Information Update: 26 Sep 2025
At a glance
- Originator Merck Sharp & Dohme
- Class Anti-inflammatories
- Mechanism of Action Undefined mechanism
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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
- Phase I Rheumatoid arthritis
Most Recent Events
- 17 Apr 2025 Merck Sharp & Dohme completes a phase I trial in Rheumatoid arthritis (In volunteers) in Belgium (unspecified route) (CTIS2024-518104-47-00)
- 12 Mar 2025 Merck Sharp & Dohme initiates a phase I trial in Rheumatoid arthritis (In volunteers) in Belgium (unspecified route) (CTIS2024-516548-25-00)