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Nadixa (NADIFLOXACIN)

Phase 3 active Small molecule Under review Quality 10/100

Nadixa (generic name: NADIFLOXACIN) is a nadifloxacin drug. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Acne vulgaris.

Nadixa works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes essential for bacterial DNA replication and transcription.

Nadifloxacin is a small molecule that inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase, a mechanism that is classified as an inhibitor. It has been studied in clinical trials for the treatment of acne vulgaris, including a comparison of its effectiveness alone and in combination with benzoyl peroxide.

Likelihood of approval
60.3% 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).
  • Anti-infectives pathway favourability +2.0pp
    Microbiological endpoints + non-inferiority designs raise approval rates above baseline.
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 nameNADIFLOXACIN
Drug classnadifloxacin
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Think of Nadixa like a key that locks up a bacterial cell's ability to make copies of itself. By blocking these enzymes, Nadixa prevents the bacteria from multiplying and eventually kills them. This helps to clear up acne by reducing the number of bacteria on the skin.

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 Nadixa

What is Nadixa?

Nadixa (NADIFLOXACIN) is a nadifloxacin drug, indicated for Acne vulgaris.

How does Nadixa work?

Nadixa works by inhibiting bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, enzymes essential for bacterial DNA replication and transcription.

What is Nadixa used for?

Nadixa is indicated for Acne vulgaris.

What is the generic name of Nadixa?

NADIFLOXACIN is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Nadixa.

What drug class is Nadixa in?

Nadixa belongs to the nadifloxacin class. See all nadifloxacin drugs at /class/nadifloxacin.

What development phase is Nadixa in?

Nadixa is in Phase 3.

Related

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