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Perflutren lipid microsphere

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre · FDA-approved active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026 Quality 2/100

Perflutren lipid microsphere is a Small molecule drug developed by Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. It is currently FDA-approved. Also known as: Definity, Definity®, Microbubble contrast agent, • Definity®.

Perflutren lipid microsphere is a small molecule diagnostic agent used in contrast-enhanced ultrasound imaging. It has been studied in clinical trials for various conditions, including liver disease, breast cancer, and kidney conditions.

At a glance

Generic namePerflutren lipid microsphere
Also known asDefinity, Definity®, Microbubble contrast agent, • Definity®, • Microbubble contrast agent
SponsorSunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
ModalitySmall molecule
PhaseFDA-approved

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Perflutren lipid microsphere

What is Perflutren lipid microsphere?

Perflutren lipid microsphere is a Small molecule drug developed by Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.

Who makes Perflutren lipid microsphere?

Perflutren lipid microsphere is developed and marketed by Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre (see full Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre pipeline at /company/sunnybrook-health-sciences-centre).

Is Perflutren lipid microsphere also known as anything else?

Perflutren lipid microsphere is also known as Definity, Definity®, Microbubble contrast agent, • Definity®, • Microbubble contrast agent.

What development phase is Perflutren lipid microsphere in?

Perflutren lipid microsphere is FDA-approved (marketed).

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