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Calcined magnesia

Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Mexico · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Calcined magnesia is a Antacid and osmotic laxative Small molecule drug developed by Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Mexico. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Gastric acid neutralization and symptomatic relief of heartburn or acid indigestion, Constipation management as an osmotic laxative. Also known as: Placebo, Calcined magnesia, Magnesium oxide, placebo.

Calcined magnesia (magnesium oxide) acts as an antacid and laxative by neutralizing gastric acid and promoting bowel motility.

Calcined magnesia (magnesium oxide) acts as an antacid and laxative by neutralizing gastric acid and promoting bowel motility. Used for Gastric acid neutralization and symptomatic relief of heartburn or acid indigestion, Constipation management as an osmotic laxative.

Likelihood of approval
58.3% 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).
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 nameCalcined magnesia
Also known asPlacebo, Calcined magnesia, Magnesium oxide, placebo
SponsorCentro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Mexico
Drug classAntacid and osmotic laxative
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaGastroenterology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Calcined magnesia is a basic inorganic compound that neutralizes hydrochloric acid in the stomach, raising gastric pH and providing symptomatic relief of acid-related disorders. It also has osmotic laxative properties, drawing water into the intestinal lumen to promote bowel evacuation. The compound may also have anti-inflammatory and cytoprotective effects on the gastrointestinal mucosa.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Calcined magnesia

What is Calcined magnesia?

Calcined magnesia is a Antacid and osmotic laxative drug developed by Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Mexico, indicated for Gastric acid neutralization and symptomatic relief of heartburn or acid indigestion, Constipation management as an osmotic laxative.

How does Calcined magnesia work?

Calcined magnesia (magnesium oxide) acts as an antacid and laxative by neutralizing gastric acid and promoting bowel motility.

What is Calcined magnesia used for?

Calcined magnesia is indicated for Gastric acid neutralization and symptomatic relief of heartburn or acid indigestion, Constipation management as an osmotic laxative.

Who makes Calcined magnesia?

Calcined magnesia is developed by Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Mexico (see full Centro Universitario de Ciencias de la Salud, Mexico pipeline at /company/centro-universitario-de-ciencias-de-la-salud-mexico).

Is Calcined magnesia also known as anything else?

Calcined magnesia is also known as Placebo, Calcined magnesia, Magnesium oxide, placebo.

What drug class is Calcined magnesia in?

Calcined magnesia belongs to the Antacid and osmotic laxative class. See all Antacid and osmotic laxative drugs at /class/antacid-and-osmotic-laxative.

What development phase is Calcined magnesia in?

Calcined magnesia is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Calcined magnesia?

Common side effects of Calcined magnesia include Diarrhea, Hypermagnesemia (with chronic use or renal impairment), Nausea, Abdominal cramping.

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