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ALKS 9072, High
ALKS 9072 is a mu opioid receptor agonist combined with an opioid antagonist designed to provide analgesia while reducing abuse potential.
ALKS 9072 is a mu opioid receptor agonist combined with an opioid antagonist designed to provide analgesia while reducing abuse potential. Used for Moderate to severe acute pain.
At a glance
| Generic name | ALKS 9072, High |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Alkermes, Inc. |
| Drug class | Abuse-deterrent opioid analgesic |
| Target | Mu opioid receptor (with opioid antagonist component) |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Pain Management |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
Mechanism of action
ALKS 9072 combines a mu opioid agonist with an opioid antagonist in a fixed-dose formulation intended to maintain analgesic efficacy while deterring misuse through antagonist-mediated blockade if the formulation is tampered with or taken in ways other than intended. This abuse-deterrent approach aims to address the opioid crisis while preserving therapeutic pain relief benefits.
Approved indications
- Moderate to severe acute pain
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Somnolence
Key clinical trials
- A Long-term Safety Study of ALKS 9072 (Also Known as ALKS 9070) (PHASE3)
- A Study of ALKS 9072 in Subjects With Chronic Stable Schizophrenia (PHASE1)
- An Extension of a Long-term Safety Study of ALKS 9072 (Also Known as ALKS 9070) (PHASE3)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |