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LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil

Liquidia Technologies, Inc. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil is a Prostacyclin analog Small molecule drug developed by Liquidia Technologies, Inc.. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Also known as: Inhaled treprostinil, Inhaled prostacyclin, inhaled treprostinil, inhaled prostacyclin.

LIQ861 is an inhaled formulation of treprostinil, a prostacyclin analog that vasodilates pulmonary and systemic blood vessels by activating prostacyclin receptors.

LIQ861 is an inhaled formulation of treprostinil, a prostacyclin analog that vasodilates pulmonary and systemic blood vessels by activating prostacyclin receptors. Used for Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Likelihood of approval
56.3% 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).
  • Cardiovascular Phase 3 risk -2.0pp
    Modern cardiovascular outcome trials are large + long; many fail to beat aggressive standard-of-care.
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 nameLIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil
Also known asInhaled treprostinil, Inhaled prostacyclin, inhaled treprostinil, inhaled prostacyclin
SponsorLiquidia Technologies, Inc.
Drug classProstacyclin analog
TargetProstacyclin receptor (IP receptor)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaCardiovascular / Pulmonary Hypertension
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Treprostinil mimics the action of prostacyclin, a naturally occurring eicosanoid that promotes vasodilation and inhibits platelet aggregation. By binding to prostacyclin receptors on vascular smooth muscle cells, it reduces pulmonary vascular resistance and improves blood flow. The inhaled delivery via Liquidia's proprietary LIQ technology allows direct lung deposition with potentially improved tolerability compared to systemic routes.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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SourceUsed for
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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Frequently asked questions about LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil

What is LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil?

LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil is a Prostacyclin analog drug developed by Liquidia Technologies, Inc., indicated for Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

How does LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil work?

LIQ861 is an inhaled formulation of treprostinil, a prostacyclin analog that vasodilates pulmonary and systemic blood vessels by activating prostacyclin receptors.

What is LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil used for?

LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil is indicated for Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).

Who makes LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil?

LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil is developed by Liquidia Technologies, Inc. (see full Liquidia Technologies, Inc. pipeline at /company/liquidia-technologies-inc).

Is LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil also known as anything else?

LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil is also known as Inhaled treprostinil, Inhaled prostacyclin, inhaled treprostinil, inhaled prostacyclin.

What drug class is LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil in?

LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil belongs to the Prostacyclin analog class. See all Prostacyclin analog drugs at /class/prostacyclin-analog.

What development phase is LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil in?

LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil?

Common side effects of LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil include Cough, Headache, Throat irritation, Flushing, Jaw pain.

What does LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil target?

LIQ861 Inhaled Treprostinil targets Prostacyclin receptor (IP receptor) and is a Prostacyclin analog.

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