What is Smilon® used for?

Smilon® is indicated for Hypertension, Angina pectoris.

Smilon® is developed by Nang Kuang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd..

What development phase is Smilon® in?

Smilon® is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Smilon®?

Common side effects include Edema, Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Tachycardia.

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Smilon®

Nang Kuang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Smilon is a calcium channel blocker that works by relaxing blood vessels and reducing blood pressure.

Smilon is a calcium channel blocker that works by relaxing blood vessels and reducing blood pressure. Used for Hypertension, Angina pectoris.

At a glance

Generic name	Smilon®
Sponsor	Nang Kuang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Drug class	Calcium channel blocker
Target	L-type calcium channels
Modality	Small molecule
Therapeutic area	Cardiovascular
Phase	FDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Smilon, also known as a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker, acts by inhibiting the influx of calcium ions into smooth muscle cells, leading to vasodilation and a subsequent decrease in blood pressure. This mechanism is particularly effective in treating hypertension and angina pectoris.

Approved indications

Hypertension
Angina pectoris

Common side effects

Edema
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Tachycardia

Key clinical trials

A Clinical Study for Assessment of the Efficacy and Safety of Mirtazapine (Smilon) in Depression Patients With Pain (PHASE4)

Primary sources

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Source	Used for
ClinicalTrials.gov	Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results