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Placebo Ophthalmic Solution

ORA, Inc. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Placebo Ophthalmic Solution is a Small molecule drug developed by ORA, Inc.. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Treatment of dry eye syndrome. Also known as: placebo, Vehicle, artificial tears, Inactive control (vehicle).

This is a placebo ophthalmic solution, meaning it has no active therapeutic effect.

This is a placebo ophthalmic solution, meaning it has no active therapeutic effect. Used for Treatment of dry eye syndrome.

Likelihood of approval
58.3% vs 58.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2028–2030
Steps remaining: NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: High
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 3 → approval rate +58.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 3 drugs reach approval ~58.3% 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 2028–2030
EMA EU 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2029–2032 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2029–2032 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2029–2032 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2030–2033 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2029–2032 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2029–2033 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2030–2033 +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 namePlacebo Ophthalmic Solution
Also known asplacebo, Vehicle, artificial tears, Inactive control (vehicle), Matching placebo
SponsorORA, Inc.
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOphthalmology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

As a placebo, it is designed to mimic the appearance and feel of a real medication, but without any actual pharmacological activity. This allows researchers to compare the effects of the real treatment to a control group, helping to establish the efficacy of the actual medication.

Approved indications

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 Placebo Ophthalmic Solution

What is Placebo Ophthalmic Solution?

Placebo Ophthalmic Solution is a Small molecule drug developed by ORA, Inc., indicated for Treatment of dry eye syndrome.

How does Placebo Ophthalmic Solution work?

This is a placebo ophthalmic solution, meaning it has no active therapeutic effect.

What is Placebo Ophthalmic Solution used for?

Placebo Ophthalmic Solution is indicated for Treatment of dry eye syndrome.

Who makes Placebo Ophthalmic Solution?

Placebo Ophthalmic Solution is developed by ORA, Inc. (see full ORA, Inc. pipeline at /company/ora-inc).

Is Placebo Ophthalmic Solution also known as anything else?

Placebo Ophthalmic Solution is also known as placebo, Vehicle, artificial tears, Inactive control (vehicle), Matching placebo.

What development phase is Placebo Ophthalmic Solution in?

Placebo Ophthalmic Solution is in Phase 3.

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