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Dimemorphan (DIMEMORFAN)

Phase 2 active Small molecule

Dimemorphan (generic name: DIMEMORFAN) is a dimemorfan drug. It is currently in Phase 2 development.

Dimemorfan works by activating opioid receptors in the brain to reduce pain perception.

Dimemorfan, a small molecule drug in the dimemorfan class, is a centrally acting analgesic with an unknown target. Its mechanism of action is not well-documented, and it has not been approved by the FDA for any indications. The current owner of dimemorfan is unknown, and its commercial status is unclear. Further research is needed to fully understand its pharmacological properties and potential clinical applications.

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 nameDIMEMORFAN
Drug classdimemorfan
TargetSigma non-opioid intracellular receptor 1
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaPain
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

Imagine your brain has a volume control for pain. Dimemorfan turns down this volume by activating special receptors that help block pain signals. This can provide relief from discomfort without the need for other medications.

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 Dimemorphan

What is Dimemorphan?

Dimemorphan (DIMEMORFAN) is a dimemorfan drug.

How does Dimemorphan work?

Dimemorfan works by activating opioid receptors in the brain to reduce pain perception.

What is the generic name of Dimemorphan?

DIMEMORFAN is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Dimemorphan.

What drug class is Dimemorphan in?

Dimemorphan belongs to the dimemorfan class. See all dimemorfan drugs at /class/dimemorfan.

What development phase is Dimemorphan in?

Dimemorphan is in Phase 2.

What are the side effects of Dimemorphan?

Common side effects of Dimemorphan include Interstitial lung disease, Hepatic function abnormal.

What does Dimemorphan target?

Dimemorphan targets Sigma non-opioid intracellular receptor 1 and is a dimemorfan.

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