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placebo, isotonic ciclesonide, hypotonic ciclesonide

University of Chicago · FDA-approved active Small molecule Quality 2/100

Ciclesonide is an inhaled corticosteroid that reduces airway inflammation by binding to glucocorticoid receptors in the lungs.

Ciclesonide is an inhaled corticosteroid that reduces airway inflammation by binding to glucocorticoid receptors in the lungs. Used for Asthma maintenance therapy, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

At a glance

Generic nameplacebo, isotonic ciclesonide, hypotonic ciclesonide
SponsorUniversity of Chicago
Drug classInhaled corticosteroid
TargetGlucocorticoid receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaRespiratory / Pulmonology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Ciclesonide is a prodrug that is converted to its active metabolite in the airways, where it binds to glucocorticoid receptors and suppresses inflammatory gene expression. This reduces production of inflammatory mediators and recruitment of immune cells, thereby decreasing airway inflammation and improving airflow. The isotonic and hypotonic formulations differ in osmolarity to optimize delivery and tolerability.

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Key clinical trials

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