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(S)-Flunoxaprofen (FLUNOXAPROFEN)

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(S)-Flunoxaprofen (generic name: FLUNOXAPROFEN) is a flunoxaprofen drug. It is currently in Phase 2 development for Rheumatoid arthritis.

Flunoxaprofen is thought to work by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, which are hormone-like substances that cause pain and inflammation.

Flunoxaprofen is a small molecule drug in the flunoxaprofen class, originally developed by an unknown entity and currently owned by an unknown entity. It is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, but its exact mechanism of action is unknown. The commercial status of flunoxaprofen is unclear, as it is unknown whether it is patented or available as a generic medication. Further research is needed to determine its key safety considerations and pharmacokinetic properties. As a result, its use should be approached with caution.

Likelihood of approval
16.3% 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).
  • 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 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 nameFLUNOXAPROFEN
Drug classflunoxaprofen
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaImmunology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

Imagine your body's pain and inflammation response like a fire. Prostaglandins are like the fuel that keeps the fire burning. Flunoxaprofen is thought to work by reducing the amount of fuel available, thereby reducing the pain and inflammation.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

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Frequently asked questions about (S)-Flunoxaprofen

What is (S)-Flunoxaprofen?

(S)-Flunoxaprofen (FLUNOXAPROFEN) is a flunoxaprofen drug, indicated for Rheumatoid arthritis.

How does (S)-Flunoxaprofen work?

Flunoxaprofen is thought to work by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, which are hormone-like substances that cause pain and inflammation.

What is (S)-Flunoxaprofen used for?

(S)-Flunoxaprofen is indicated for Rheumatoid arthritis.

What is the generic name of (S)-Flunoxaprofen?

FLUNOXAPROFEN is the generic (nonproprietary) name of (S)-Flunoxaprofen.

What drug class is (S)-Flunoxaprofen in?

(S)-Flunoxaprofen belongs to the flunoxaprofen class. See all flunoxaprofen drugs at /class/flunoxaprofen.

What development phase is (S)-Flunoxaprofen in?

(S)-Flunoxaprofen is in Phase 2.

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