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Iron supplement B

Tanabe Pharma Corporation · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Iron supplement B is a Iron supplement Small molecule drug developed by Tanabe Pharma Corporation. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Iron deficiency anemia.

Iron supplement B replenishes iron stores to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia by restoring hemoglobin production.

Iron supplement B replenishes iron stores to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia by restoring hemoglobin production. Used for Iron deficiency anemia.

Likelihood of approval
58.3% 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).
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 nameIron supplement B
SponsorTanabe Pharma Corporation
Drug classIron supplement
TargetIron (Fe2+/Fe3+)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaHematology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Iron is an essential component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. By supplementing iron, this drug addresses the underlying deficiency that causes anemia, enabling the bone marrow to produce adequate red blood cells with normal oxygen-carrying capacity. The formulation or delivery mechanism specific to Iron supplement B from Tanabe Pharma may offer improved bioavailability or tolerability compared to standard iron salts.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about Iron supplement B

What is Iron supplement B?

Iron supplement B is a Iron supplement drug developed by Tanabe Pharma Corporation, indicated for Iron deficiency anemia.

How does Iron supplement B work?

Iron supplement B replenishes iron stores to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia by restoring hemoglobin production.

What is Iron supplement B used for?

Iron supplement B is indicated for Iron deficiency anemia.

Who makes Iron supplement B?

Iron supplement B is developed by Tanabe Pharma Corporation (see full Tanabe Pharma Corporation pipeline at /company/tanabe-pharma-corporation).

What drug class is Iron supplement B in?

Iron supplement B belongs to the Iron supplement class. See all Iron supplement drugs at /class/iron-supplement.

What development phase is Iron supplement B in?

Iron supplement B is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Iron supplement B?

Common side effects of Iron supplement B include Gastrointestinal disturbance (nausea, constipation, abdominal discomfort), Dark stools, Abdominal pain.

What does Iron supplement B target?

Iron supplement B targets Iron (Fe2+/Fe3+) and is a Iron supplement.

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