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candsartan cilexetil

AstraZeneca · Phase 3 active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026 Quality 45/100

candsartan cilexetil is a Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) Small molecule drug developed by AstraZeneca. It is currently in Phase 3 development.

Blocks angiotensin II type 1 (AT1) receptors, preventing vasoconstriction and aldosterone release to lower blood pressure.

Candesartan cilexetil is a small molecule used to treat hypertension and pediatric hypertension. It is administered as part of a clinical study to evaluate its efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics in hypertensive pediatric subjects aged 6 to 17 years.

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).
  • Big-pharma sponsor +3.0pp
    AstraZeneca is a top-20 pharma sponsor — historical approval rates run ~3pp above average due to scale, regulatory experience, and trial-design quality.
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 namecandsartan cilexetil
SponsorAstraZeneca
Drug classAngiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB)
ModalitySmall molecule
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Candesartan cilexetil is a prodrug that is rapidly converted to its active form, candesartan, during absorption. Candesartan selectively blocks AT1 receptors, preventing angiotensin II from binding and causing vasoconstriction, aldosterone secretion, and sympathetic activation, resulting in decreased blood pressure and reduced cardiovascular strain.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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SourceUsed for
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Frequently asked questions about candsartan cilexetil

What is candsartan cilexetil?

candsartan cilexetil is a Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) drug developed by AstraZeneca.

How does candsartan cilexetil work?

Blocks angiotensin II type 1 (AT1) receptors, preventing vasoconstriction and aldosterone release to lower blood pressure.

Who makes candsartan cilexetil?

candsartan cilexetil is developed by AstraZeneca (see full AstraZeneca pipeline at /company/astrazeneca).

What drug class is candsartan cilexetil in?

candsartan cilexetil belongs to the Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) class. See all Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) drugs at /class/angiotensin-ii-receptor-blocker-arb.

What development phase is candsartan cilexetil in?

candsartan cilexetil is in Phase 3.

Related

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