Glenmark’s novel molecule ‘GRC 27864’ for chronic inflammatory diseases including pain entering human trials
- GRC 27864 is a potent, selective, orally bioavailable inhibitor of mPGES-1
- The molecule has successfully completed pre-clinical and Phase 1 enabling studies. Regulatory submission has been filed for Phase 1 trial (first-in-human)with MHRA, UK
- mPGES-1 inhibitors selectively block the production of PGE2 while sparing other prostanoids of physiological importance
- With this announcement, Glenmark has reaffirmed its position globally in the development of novel pain therapies
Mumbai, India: April 3, 2014: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals today announced that its Novel Chemical Entity (NCE) ‘GRC 27864’ is entering human trials. This NCE program targets Microsomal Prostaglandin E synthase-1 (mPGES-1) as a novel therapeutic target in pain management. Selective mPGES-1 inhibitors are expected to inhibit increased prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) production in the disease state without affecting other prostanoid metabolites and, consequently, may be devoid of the GI(gastrointestinal) and cardiovascular…
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