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EMB-01

Shanghai EpimAb Biotherapeutics Co., Ltd. · Phase 2 active Small molecule

EMB-01 is a Small molecule drug developed by Shanghai EpimAb Biotherapeutics Co., Ltd.. It is currently in Phase 2 development for Non-small cell lung cancer, PD-L1 positive. Also known as: FIT-013a, metyrapone, oxazepam.

EMB-01 is an investigational monoclonal antibody targeting PD-1.

EMB-01 is an investigational monoclonal antibody targeting PD-1. Used for Non-small cell lung cancer, PD-L1 positive.

Likelihood of approval
13.3% vs 15.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2031–2034
Steps remaining: Phase 3 → NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: Medium
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 2 → approval rate +15.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 2 drugs reach approval ~15.3% of the time (BIO/Informa 2023 industry benchmark across all therapeutic areas).
  • Oncology Phase 2 attrition -2.0pp
    Oncology drugs have higher Phase 2-to-Phase 3 attrition than average — many fail to show OS benefit in larger studies.
Predicted approval windows by jurisdiction (conditional on FDA approval)
Regulator Country Likely year Lag vs FDA
FDA US 2031–2034
EMA EU 2032–2035 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2032–2035 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2032–2036 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2032–2036 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2032–2036 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2033–2037 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2032–2036 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2032–2037 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2033–2037 +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 nameEMB-01
Also known asFIT-013a, metyrapone, oxazepam
SponsorShanghai EpimAb Biotherapeutics Co., Ltd.
TargetPD-1
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

It works by binding to PD-1 on T cells, preventing its interaction with PD-L1 on tumor cells and thereby enhancing anti-tumor immune response.

Approved indications

Common side effects

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 EMB-01

What is EMB-01?

EMB-01 is a Small molecule drug developed by Shanghai EpimAb Biotherapeutics Co., Ltd., indicated for Non-small cell lung cancer, PD-L1 positive.

How does EMB-01 work?

EMB-01 is an investigational monoclonal antibody targeting PD-1.

What is EMB-01 used for?

EMB-01 is indicated for Non-small cell lung cancer, PD-L1 positive.

Who makes EMB-01?

EMB-01 is developed by Shanghai EpimAb Biotherapeutics Co., Ltd. (see full Shanghai EpimAb Biotherapeutics Co., Ltd. pipeline at /company/shanghai-epimab-biotherapeutics-co-ltd).

Is EMB-01 also known as anything else?

EMB-01 is also known as FIT-013a, metyrapone, oxazepam.

What development phase is EMB-01 in?

EMB-01 is in Phase 2.

What are the side effects of EMB-01?

Common side effects of EMB-01 include Fatigue, Diarrhea, Nausea, Rash, Pyrexia.

What does EMB-01 target?

EMB-01 targets PD-1.

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