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Sodium hypochlorite 5.25%

Dow University of Health Sciences · Phase 3 active Small molecule Under review

Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% is a Oxidizing disinfectant/antiseptic Small molecule drug developed by Dow University of Health Sciences. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Wound irrigation and disinfection, Oral rinse for oral hygiene and infection control, Surface disinfection. Also known as: NaOCl.

Sodium hypochlorite releases hypochlorous acid, which oxidizes and denatures bacterial and viral proteins, disrupting cell membranes and nucleic acids to exert broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity.

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Likelihood of approval
60.3% 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).
  • Anti-infectives pathway favourability +2.0pp
    Microbiological endpoints + non-inferiority designs raise approval rates above baseline.
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 nameSodium hypochlorite 5.25%
Also known asNaOCl
SponsorDow University of Health Sciences
Drug classOxidizing disinfectant/antiseptic
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaInfectious Disease / Disinfection
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Sodium hypochlorite is a non-selective oxidizing agent that generates hypochlorous acid (HOCl) in aqueous solution. This highly reactive species penetrates microbial cell walls and membranes, oxidizing essential proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids, leading to rapid cell death. It is effective against a wide range of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores, making it a potent disinfectant and antiseptic.

Approved indications

Common side effects

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 Sodium hypochlorite 5.25%

What is Sodium hypochlorite 5.25%?

Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% is a Oxidizing disinfectant/antiseptic drug developed by Dow University of Health Sciences, indicated for Wound irrigation and disinfection, Oral rinse for oral hygiene and infection control, Surface disinfection.

How does Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% work?

Sodium hypochlorite releases hypochlorous acid, which oxidizes and denatures bacterial and viral proteins, disrupting cell membranes and nucleic acids to exert broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity.

What is Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% used for?

Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% is indicated for Wound irrigation and disinfection, Oral rinse for oral hygiene and infection control, Surface disinfection.

Who makes Sodium hypochlorite 5.25%?

Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% is developed by Dow University of Health Sciences (see full Dow University of Health Sciences pipeline at /company/dow-university-of-health-sciences).

Is Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% also known as anything else?

Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% is also known as NaOCl.

What drug class is Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% in?

Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% belongs to the Oxidizing disinfectant/antiseptic class. See all Oxidizing disinfectant/antiseptic drugs at /class/oxidizing-disinfectant-antiseptic.

What development phase is Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% in?

Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Sodium hypochlorite 5.25%?

Common side effects of Sodium hypochlorite 5.25% include Tissue irritation or burning sensation, Allergic contact dermatitis, Bleaching of fabrics or discoloration.

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