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Calpirinsan (Carbasalate calcium)

UMC Utrecht · Phase 2 active Small molecule

Calpirinsan (generic name: Carbasalate calcium) is a carbasalate calcium Small molecule drug developed by UMC Utrecht. It is currently in Phase 2 development.

Calpirinsan works by binding to calcium ions, which are essential for various bodily functions.

Calpirinsan, also known as carbasalate calcium, is a small molecule drug of the carbasalate calcium class. Its exact target and mechanism of action are unknown, but it is believed to work by binding to calcium ions. Calpirinsan is not FDA-approved for any indications, and its commercial status, including patent status and generic availability, is unclear. Further research is needed to determine its safety and efficacy. As a result, key safety considerations and approved indications are currently unavailable.

Likelihood of approval
15.3% vs 15.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2031–2034
Steps remaining: Phase 3 → NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: Medium
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 2 → approval rate +15.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 2 drugs reach approval ~15.3% 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 2031–2034
EMA EU 2032–2035 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2032–2035 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2032–2036 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2032–2036 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2032–2036 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2033–2037 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2032–2036 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2032–2037 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2033–2037 +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 nameCarbasalate calcium
SponsorUMC Utrecht
Drug classcarbasalate calcium
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOther
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

Think of calcium ions like keys that unlock many bodily functions, such as muscle contractions and nerve impulses. Calpirinsan acts like a 'key catcher' that binds to these calcium ions, potentially altering their activity. This can have various effects on the body, but the exact nature of these effects is still unknown.

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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

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Frequently asked questions about Calpirinsan

What is Calpirinsan?

Calpirinsan (Carbasalate calcium) is a carbasalate calcium drug developed by UMC Utrecht.

How does Calpirinsan work?

Calpirinsan works by binding to calcium ions, which are essential for various bodily functions.

Who makes Calpirinsan?

Calpirinsan is developed by UMC Utrecht (see full UMC Utrecht pipeline at /company/umc-utrecht).

What is the generic name of Calpirinsan?

Carbasalate calcium is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Calpirinsan.

What drug class is Calpirinsan in?

Calpirinsan belongs to the carbasalate calcium class. See all carbasalate calcium drugs at /class/carbasalate-calcium.

What development phase is Calpirinsan in?

Calpirinsan is in Phase 2.

What are the side effects of Calpirinsan?

Common side effects of Calpirinsan include SARS-CoV-2 sepsis, Herpes zoster reactivation, Scrotal pain, Hypothalamo-pituitary disorder.

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