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Open-label rusfertide

Protagonist Therapeutics, Inc. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Open-label rusfertide is a Erythropoietin receptor agonist Small molecule drug developed by Protagonist Therapeutics, Inc.. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Chronic kidney disease-associated anemia.

Rusfertide is a human erythropoietin receptor agonist.

Rusfertide is a human erythropoietin receptor agonist. Used for Chronic kidney disease-associated 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 nameOpen-label rusfertide
SponsorProtagonist Therapeutics, Inc.
Drug classErythropoietin receptor agonist
TargetErythropoietin receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaNephrology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Rusfertide works by binding to the erythropoietin receptor, stimulating erythropoiesis and increasing red blood cell production. This can help alleviate anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease. By increasing red blood cell mass, rusfertide may also improve exercise capacity and quality of life in these patients.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Open-label rusfertide

What is Open-label rusfertide?

Open-label rusfertide is a Erythropoietin receptor agonist drug developed by Protagonist Therapeutics, Inc., indicated for Chronic kidney disease-associated anemia.

How does Open-label rusfertide work?

Rusfertide is a human erythropoietin receptor agonist.

What is Open-label rusfertide used for?

Open-label rusfertide is indicated for Chronic kidney disease-associated anemia.

Who makes Open-label rusfertide?

Open-label rusfertide is developed by Protagonist Therapeutics, Inc. (see full Protagonist Therapeutics, Inc. pipeline at /company/protagonist-therapeutics-inc).

What drug class is Open-label rusfertide in?

Open-label rusfertide belongs to the Erythropoietin receptor agonist class. See all Erythropoietin receptor agonist drugs at /class/erythropoietin-receptor-agonist.

What development phase is Open-label rusfertide in?

Open-label rusfertide is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Open-label rusfertide?

Common side effects of Open-label rusfertide include Injection site reaction, Headache, Nausea.

What does Open-label rusfertide target?

Open-label rusfertide targets Erythropoietin receptor and is a Erythropoietin receptor agonist.

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