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Painkillers

University of Valencia · Phase 2 active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026

Painkillers is a Small molecule drug developed by University of Valencia. It is currently in Phase 2 development. Also known as: Paracetamol, Dexketoprofen.

Painkillers, also known as analgesics, are a group of drugs used for pain management, distinct from anesthetics that reduce or eliminate sensation. They are studied for various conditions, including low back pain, temporomandibular disorder, postoperative pain, and pain management, through interventions such as usual care and stratified models of care.

Likelihood of approval
15.3% 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).
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 namePainkillers
Also known asParacetamol, Dexketoprofen
SponsorUniversity of Valencia
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaPain
PhasePhase 2

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

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 Painkillers

What is Painkillers?

Painkillers is a Small molecule drug developed by University of Valencia.

Who makes Painkillers?

Painkillers is developed by University of Valencia (see full University of Valencia pipeline at /company/university-of-valencia).

Is Painkillers also known as anything else?

Painkillers is also known as Paracetamol, Dexketoprofen.

What development phase is Painkillers in?

Painkillers is in Phase 2.

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