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Placebo (IP)

Centocor, Inc. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Placebo produces no pharmacological effect and serves as an inert control in clinical trials.

At a glance

Generic namePlacebo (IP)
Also known asirinotecan + cisplatin, Irrinotecan, Cisplatin
SponsorCentocor, Inc.
ModalitySmall molecule
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Placebo is an inactive substance used as a comparator in randomized controlled trials to assess the efficacy of an investigational drug by isolating the true pharmacological effect from placebo response and natural disease progression. It has no molecular target or mechanism of action.

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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