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active control

Shanghai SIMR Biotechnology Co., Ltd. · FDA-approved active Small molecule Quality 5/100

Active control is a type of comparator used in clinical trials to compare the efficacy of a new treatment.

Active control is a type of comparator used in clinical trials to compare the efficacy of a new treatment. Used for Various conditions.

At a glance

Generic nameactive control
Also known asSodium chloride, TECFIDERA® capsules
SponsorShanghai SIMR Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
ModalitySmall molecule
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Active control is a treatment that is known to be effective for a particular condition, and is used as a reference point to evaluate the effectiveness of a new treatment. This allows researchers to determine whether the new treatment is more or less effective than the existing treatment.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

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SourceUsed for
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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