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AG-013736

University of Wisconsin, Madison · Phase 3 active Small molecule

AG-013736 is a Multi-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by University of Wisconsin, Madison. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Renal cell carcinoma, Other solid tumors (in clinical development). Also known as: Axitinib, axitinib.

AG-013736 is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that blocks multiple receptor tyrosine kinases involved in angiogenesis and tumor growth.

AG-013736 is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that blocks multiple receptor tyrosine kinases involved in angiogenesis and tumor growth. Used for Renal cell carcinoma, Other solid tumors (in clinical development).

Likelihood of approval
61.3% vs 58.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2028–2030
Steps remaining: NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: High
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 3 → approval rate +58.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 3 drugs reach approval ~58.3% of the time (BIO/Informa 2023 industry benchmark across all therapeutic areas).
  • Oncology Phase 3 boost +3.0pp
    Oncology Phase 3 trials have higher approval rates (~61%) than the cross-industry average due to clearer endpoints and FDA oncology pathway.
Predicted approval windows by jurisdiction (conditional on FDA approval)
Regulator Country Likely year Lag vs FDA
FDA US 2028–2030
EMA EU 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2029–2032 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2029–2032 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2029–2032 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2030–2033 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2029–2032 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2029–2033 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2030–2033 +2.3 yr

Hover any row for the lag rationale. Lag estimates are reduced when the drug has FDA Breakthrough or EMA PRIME designation (sponsors file globally in parallel).

Estimate based on the BIO/Informa industry phase transition rates plus per-drug modifiers for therapeutic area, sponsor type, FDA designations, mechanism, and trial design. Per-jurisdiction lags from Tufts CSDD international approval studies. Not investment, clinical or regulatory advice. Methodology: /methodology#likelihood.

At a glance

Generic nameAG-013736
Also known asAxitinib, axitinib
SponsorUniversity of Wisconsin, Madison
Drug classMulti-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor
TargetVEGFR (VEGF receptor), PDGFR, and other receptor tyrosine kinases
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

AG-013736 inhibits VEGF receptors (VEGFR) and other receptor tyrosine kinases critical for tumor angiogenesis and vascular endothelial growth factor signaling. By blocking these pathways, the drug suppresses new blood vessel formation that tumors depend on for growth and metastasis. This multi-targeted approach aims to starve tumors of their blood supply while also directly inhibiting tumor cell proliferation.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about AG-013736

What is AG-013736?

AG-013736 is a Multi-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor drug developed by University of Wisconsin, Madison, indicated for Renal cell carcinoma, Other solid tumors (in clinical development).

How does AG-013736 work?

AG-013736 is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that blocks multiple receptor tyrosine kinases involved in angiogenesis and tumor growth.

What is AG-013736 used for?

AG-013736 is indicated for Renal cell carcinoma, Other solid tumors (in clinical development).

Who makes AG-013736?

AG-013736 is developed by University of Wisconsin, Madison (see full University of Wisconsin, Madison pipeline at /company/university-of-wisconsin-madison).

Is AG-013736 also known as anything else?

AG-013736 is also known as Axitinib, axitinib.

What drug class is AG-013736 in?

AG-013736 belongs to the Multi-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor class. See all Multi-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor drugs at /class/multi-targeted-tyrosine-kinase-inhibitor.

What development phase is AG-013736 in?

AG-013736 is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of AG-013736?

Common side effects of AG-013736 include Hypertension, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Nausea, Anorexia.

What does AG-013736 target?

AG-013736 targets VEGFR (VEGF receptor), PDGFR, and other receptor tyrosine kinases and is a Multi-targeted tyrosine kinase inhibitor.

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