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Celecoxib capsules

Jiangsu XinChen-Techfields Pharma Co., LTD. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Celecoxib capsules is a Selective COX-2 inhibitor (coxib) Small molecule drug developed by Jiangsu XinChen-Techfields Pharma Co., LTD.. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Acute pain. Also known as: Active comparator, Celebrex®, Celebra®.

Celecoxib selectively inhibits cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), reducing the production of prostaglandins that mediate inflammation and pain.

Celecoxib selectively inhibits cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), reducing the production of prostaglandins that mediate inflammation and pain. Used for Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Acute pain.

Likelihood of approval
59.3% 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).
  • Immunology slight uplift +1.0pp
    Mature endpoint landscape (ACR, DAS28, PASI) makes immunology approvals slightly more predictable.
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 nameCelecoxib capsules
Also known asActive comparator, Celebrex®, Celebra®
SponsorJiangsu XinChen-Techfields Pharma Co., LTD.
Drug classSelective COX-2 inhibitor (coxib)
TargetCOX-2 (Cyclooxygenase-2)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaRheumatology / Pain Management
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

As a selective COX-2 inhibitor, celecoxib preferentially blocks COX-2 enzyme activity while sparing COX-1, which is responsible for protective gastrointestinal and renal functions. This selectivity reduces prostaglandin-mediated inflammatory responses and pain signaling while theoretically minimizing gastrointestinal toxicity compared to non-selective NSAIDs. The drug is used to treat inflammatory conditions and pain by suppressing the inflammatory cascade at the prostaglandin synthesis level.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Celecoxib capsules

What is Celecoxib capsules?

Celecoxib capsules is a Selective COX-2 inhibitor (coxib) drug developed by Jiangsu XinChen-Techfields Pharma Co., LTD., indicated for Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Acute pain.

How does Celecoxib capsules work?

Celecoxib selectively inhibits cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), reducing the production of prostaglandins that mediate inflammation and pain.

What is Celecoxib capsules used for?

Celecoxib capsules is indicated for Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Acute pain, Ankylosing spondylitis.

Who makes Celecoxib capsules?

Celecoxib capsules is developed by Jiangsu XinChen-Techfields Pharma Co., LTD. (see full Jiangsu XinChen-Techfields Pharma Co., LTD. pipeline at /company/jiangsu-xinchen-techfields-pharma-co-ltd).

Is Celecoxib capsules also known as anything else?

Celecoxib capsules is also known as Active comparator, Celebrex®, Celebra®.

What drug class is Celecoxib capsules in?

Celecoxib capsules belongs to the Selective COX-2 inhibitor (coxib) class. See all Selective COX-2 inhibitor (coxib) drugs at /class/selective-cox-2-inhibitor-coxib.

What development phase is Celecoxib capsules in?

Celecoxib capsules is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Celecoxib capsules?

Common side effects of Celecoxib capsules include Dyspepsia, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Headache, Hypertension, Edema.

What does Celecoxib capsules target?

Celecoxib capsules targets COX-2 (Cyclooxygenase-2) and is a Selective COX-2 inhibitor (coxib).

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