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Placebo soft capsule

Capital Medical University · Phase 3 active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026

Placebo soft capsule is a Small molecule drug developed by Capital Medical University. It is currently in Phase 3 development. Also known as: Placebo.

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

Placebo is a type of intervention used in clinical trials for various conditions, including Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, Dry Eye Syndrome, Prostatic Hyperplasia, Sickle Cell Disease, and Alcohol Use Disorder. Placebo is classified as an INHIBITOR, specifically a peptidoglycan inhibitor, which targets proteins.

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 soft capsule
Also known asPlacebo
SponsorCapital Medical University
ModalitySmall molecule
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

As a placebo, it does not interact with any biological molecules or systems. It is used as a control in clinical trials to compare the effects of active treatments.

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 Placebo soft capsule

What is Placebo soft capsule?

Placebo soft capsule is a Small molecule drug developed by Capital Medical University.

How does Placebo soft capsule work?

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

Who makes Placebo soft capsule?

Placebo soft capsule is developed by Capital Medical University (see full Capital Medical University pipeline at /company/capital-medical-university).

Is Placebo soft capsule also known as anything else?

Placebo soft capsule is also known as Placebo.

What development phase is Placebo soft capsule in?

Placebo soft capsule is in Phase 3.

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