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Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository

Zhejiang Cancer Hospital · Phase 3 active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026

Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository is a Herbal immunomodulator Small molecule drug developed by Zhejiang Cancer Hospital. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Cancer (specific indication not publicly detailed; Phase 3 status suggests advanced solid tumors or hematologic malignancy).

Dendrobium Huoshanense extract suppository delivers bioactive polysaccharides and alkaloids that enhance immune function and promote apoptosis in cancer cells.

Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository is being studied as a treatment for locally advanced rectal cancer in a multicenter randomized controlled clinical trial. The study, titled "A Multicenter Randomized Controlled Stage III Clinical Study of Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository in Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer Patients Treated by Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherapy," is being conducted at the Zhejiang Cancer Hospital.

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).
  • Oncology Phase 3 boost +3.0pp
    Oncology Phase 3 trials have higher approval rates (~61%) than the cross-industry average due to clearer endpoints and FDA oncology pathway.
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 nameDendrobium Huoshanense Suppository
SponsorZhejiang Cancer Hospital
Drug classHerbal immunomodulator
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Dendrobium Huoshanense is a traditional Chinese medicinal orchid whose active constituents, including polysaccharides and alkaloid compounds, are believed to stimulate natural killer cells and T-cell mediated immunity while inducing programmed cell death in malignant cells. The suppository formulation allows direct mucosal absorption and systemic distribution of these immunomodulatory and cytotoxic agents.

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Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository

What is Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository?

Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository is a Herbal immunomodulator drug developed by Zhejiang Cancer Hospital, indicated for Cancer (specific indication not publicly detailed; Phase 3 status suggests advanced solid tumors or hematologic malignancy).

How does Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository work?

Dendrobium Huoshanense extract suppository delivers bioactive polysaccharides and alkaloids that enhance immune function and promote apoptosis in cancer cells.

What is Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository used for?

Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository is indicated for Cancer (specific indication not publicly detailed; Phase 3 status suggests advanced solid tumors or hematologic malignancy).

Who makes Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository?

Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository is developed by Zhejiang Cancer Hospital (see full Zhejiang Cancer Hospital pipeline at /company/zhejiang-cancer-hospital).

What drug class is Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository in?

Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository belongs to the Herbal immunomodulator class. See all Herbal immunomodulator drugs at /class/herbal-immunomodulator.

What development phase is Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository in?

Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository?

Common side effects of Dendrobium Huoshanense Suppository include Gastrointestinal irritation, Local rectal discomfort, Allergic reaction.

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