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CCK (Kinevac)

GlaxoSmithKline · FDA-approved active Small molecule

CCK (Kinevac) is a CCK receptor agonist Small molecule drug developed by GlaxoSmithKline. It is currently FDA-approved for Diagnostic agent for assessment of gallbladder function and biliary dyskinesia, Stimulation of pancreatic secretion for diagnostic pancreatic function testing.

CCK (cholecystokinin) is a synthetic peptide hormone that binds to CCK receptors to stimulate gallbladder contraction and pancreatic secretion.

CCK (cholecystokinin) is a synthetic peptide hormone that binds to CCK receptors to stimulate gallbladder contraction and pancreatic secretion. Used for Diagnostic agent for assessment of gallbladder function and biliary dyskinesia, Stimulation of pancreatic secretion for diagnostic pancreatic function testing.

At a glance

Generic nameCCK (Kinevac)
SponsorGlaxoSmithKline
Drug classCCK receptor agonist
TargetCCK-A receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaGastroenterology / Diagnostic
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Kinevac is a synthetic form of cholecystokinin, a naturally occurring hormone that acts on CCK-A receptors located on gallbladder smooth muscle and pancreatic acinar cells. When administered intravenously, it mimics the physiological effects of endogenous CCK, causing gallbladder contraction and promoting pancreatic enzyme secretion. This mechanism makes it useful as a diagnostic agent to assess gallbladder function and pancreatic response.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about CCK (Kinevac)

What is CCK (Kinevac)?

CCK (Kinevac) is a CCK receptor agonist drug developed by GlaxoSmithKline, indicated for Diagnostic agent for assessment of gallbladder function and biliary dyskinesia, Stimulation of pancreatic secretion for diagnostic pancreatic function testing.

How does CCK (Kinevac) work?

CCK (cholecystokinin) is a synthetic peptide hormone that binds to CCK receptors to stimulate gallbladder contraction and pancreatic secretion.

What is CCK (Kinevac) used for?

CCK (Kinevac) is indicated for Diagnostic agent for assessment of gallbladder function and biliary dyskinesia, Stimulation of pancreatic secretion for diagnostic pancreatic function testing.

Who makes CCK (Kinevac)?

CCK (Kinevac) is developed and marketed by GlaxoSmithKline (see full GlaxoSmithKline pipeline at /company/gsk).

What drug class is CCK (Kinevac) in?

CCK (Kinevac) belongs to the CCK receptor agonist class. See all CCK receptor agonist drugs at /class/cck-receptor-agonist.

What development phase is CCK (Kinevac) in?

CCK (Kinevac) is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of CCK (Kinevac)?

Common side effects of CCK (Kinevac) include Abdominal pain or cramping, Nausea, Dizziness, Flushing.

What does CCK (Kinevac) target?

CCK (Kinevac) targets CCK-A receptor and is a CCK receptor agonist.

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