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Remifentanil infusion

University of California, San Francisco · FDA-approved active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026 Quality 2/100

Remifentanil infusion is a Small molecule drug developed by University of California, San Francisco. It is currently FDA-approved. Also known as: Target-controlled infusion (TCI) of remifentanil, Remifentanil hydrochloride, Remifentanil, ultiva.

Remifentanil is a small molecule that acts as a mu opioid receptor agonist, classified as an agonist. It is used in clinical settings for conditions such as pain threshold, surgery, postoperative pain, intravenous anesthesia, and aging problems, often administered through infusion.

At a glance

Generic nameRemifentanil infusion
Also known asTarget-controlled infusion (TCI) of remifentanil, Remifentanil hydrochloride, Remifentanil, ultiva, Ultiva®
SponsorUniversity of California, San Francisco
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 Remifentanil infusion

What is Remifentanil infusion?

Remifentanil infusion is a Small molecule drug developed by University of California, San Francisco.

Who makes Remifentanil infusion?

Remifentanil infusion is developed and marketed by University of California, San Francisco (see full University of California, San Francisco pipeline at /company/university-of-california-san-francisco).

Is Remifentanil infusion also known as anything else?

Remifentanil infusion is also known as Target-controlled infusion (TCI) of remifentanil, Remifentanil hydrochloride, Remifentanil, ultiva, Ultiva®.

What development phase is Remifentanil infusion in?

Remifentanil infusion is FDA-approved (marketed).

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