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FMX-103 1.5%

Vyne Therapeutics Inc. · Phase 2 active Small molecule Quality 35/100

FMX-103 1.5% is a Topical tetracycline antibiotic Small molecule drug developed by Vyne Therapeutics Inc.. It is currently in Phase 2 development. Also known as: Minocycline foam 1.5%.

Topical minocycline formulation that provides anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects through inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis and modulation of inflammatory pathways.

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 nameFMX-103 1.5%
Also known asMinocycline foam 1.5%
SponsorVyne Therapeutics Inc.
Drug classTopical tetracycline antibiotic
ModalitySmall molecule
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

Minocycline is a tetracycline-class antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit. Beyond its antimicrobial activity against Cutibacterium acnes, minocycline exhibits anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce acne lesions and inflammation.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

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 FMX-103 1.5%

What is FMX-103 1.5%?

FMX-103 1.5% is a Topical tetracycline antibiotic drug developed by Vyne Therapeutics Inc..

How does FMX-103 1.5% work?

Topical minocycline formulation that provides anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects through inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis and modulation of inflammatory pathways.

Who makes FMX-103 1.5%?

FMX-103 1.5% is developed by Vyne Therapeutics Inc. (see full Vyne Therapeutics Inc. pipeline at /company/vyne-therapeutics-inc).

Is FMX-103 1.5% also known as anything else?

FMX-103 1.5% is also known as Minocycline foam 1.5%.

What drug class is FMX-103 1.5% in?

FMX-103 1.5% belongs to the Topical tetracycline antibiotic class. See all Topical tetracycline antibiotic drugs at /class/topical-tetracycline-antibiotic.

What development phase is FMX-103 1.5% in?

FMX-103 1.5% is in Phase 2.

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