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Lenalidomide, Bortezomib

University Hospital, Toulouse · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Lenalidomide, Bortezomib is a Proteasome inhibitor + Immunomodulatory agent (combination) Small molecule drug developed by University Hospital, Toulouse. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Multiple myeloma (newly diagnosed and relapsed/refractory), Mantle cell lymphoma. Also known as: Lenalidomide (REVLIMID®), Bortezomib (VELCADE®), Bortézomib (VELCADE®).

Lenalidomide and bortezomib work together to inhibit proteasome function and enhance immune-mediated tumor cell death, commonly used in multiple myeloma treatment.

Lenalidomide and bortezomib work together to inhibit proteasome function and enhance immune-mediated tumor cell death, commonly used in multiple myeloma treatment. Used for Multiple myeloma (newly diagnosed and relapsed/refractory), Mantle cell lymphoma.

Likelihood of approval
61.3% 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).
  • Oncology Phase 3 boost +3.0pp
    Oncology Phase 3 trials have higher approval rates (~61%) than the cross-industry average due to clearer endpoints and FDA oncology pathway.
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 nameLenalidomide, Bortezomib
Also known asLenalidomide (REVLIMID®), Bortezomib (VELCADE®), Bortézomib (VELCADE®)
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Toulouse
Drug classProteasome inhibitor + Immunomodulatory agent (combination)
Target26S proteasome (bortezomib); cereblon/CRBN (lenalidomide)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Bortezomib is a proteasome inhibitor that blocks protein degradation pathways, leading to accumulation of pro-apoptotic proteins and tumor cell death. Lenalidomide is an immunomodulatory agent that enhances T-cell proliferation and NK cell activity while also providing direct anti-angiogenic and anti-proliferative effects. Together, they provide synergistic anti-myeloma activity through complementary mechanisms.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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SourceUsed for
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Frequently asked questions about Lenalidomide, Bortezomib

What is Lenalidomide, Bortezomib?

Lenalidomide, Bortezomib is a Proteasome inhibitor + Immunomodulatory agent (combination) drug developed by University Hospital, Toulouse, indicated for Multiple myeloma (newly diagnosed and relapsed/refractory), Mantle cell lymphoma.

How does Lenalidomide, Bortezomib work?

Lenalidomide and bortezomib work together to inhibit proteasome function and enhance immune-mediated tumor cell death, commonly used in multiple myeloma treatment.

What is Lenalidomide, Bortezomib used for?

Lenalidomide, Bortezomib is indicated for Multiple myeloma (newly diagnosed and relapsed/refractory), Mantle cell lymphoma.

Who makes Lenalidomide, Bortezomib?

Lenalidomide, Bortezomib is developed by University Hospital, Toulouse (see full University Hospital, Toulouse pipeline at /company/university-hospital-toulouse).

Is Lenalidomide, Bortezomib also known as anything else?

Lenalidomide, Bortezomib is also known as Lenalidomide (REVLIMID®), Bortezomib (VELCADE®), Bortézomib (VELCADE®).

What drug class is Lenalidomide, Bortezomib in?

Lenalidomide, Bortezomib belongs to the Proteasome inhibitor + Immunomodulatory agent (combination) class. See all Proteasome inhibitor + Immunomodulatory agent (combination) drugs at /class/proteasome-inhibitor-immunomodulatory-agent-combination.

What development phase is Lenalidomide, Bortezomib in?

Lenalidomide, Bortezomib is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Lenalidomide, Bortezomib?

Common side effects of Lenalidomide, Bortezomib include Peripheral neuropathy, Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, Neutropenia, Nausea, Diarrhea.

What does Lenalidomide, Bortezomib target?

Lenalidomide, Bortezomib targets 26S proteasome (bortezomib); cereblon/CRBN (lenalidomide) and is a Proteasome inhibitor + Immunomodulatory agent (combination).

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