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Sunitinib malate capsules reference product

Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. · Phase 1 active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026 Quality 55/100

Sunitinib malate capsules reference product is a Multi-targeted receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd.. It is currently in Phase 1 development.

Multi-targeted receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor that blocks VEGFR, PDGFR, KIT, FLT3, and RET signaling pathways involved in tumor growth and angiogenesis.

Sunitinib malate capsules are a small molecule used to treat conditions such as gastrointestinal stromal tumors, renal cell carcinoma, and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. The bioequivalence of sunitinib malate capsules has been studied in a clinical trial, comparing them to the reference product Sutent.

Likelihood of approval
9.6% vs 9.6% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2033–2036
Steps remaining: Phase 2 → Phase 3 → NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: Medium
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 1 → approval rate +9.6pp
    Industry-wide phase 1 drugs reach approval ~9.6% 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 2033–2036
EMA EU 2034–2037 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2034–2037 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2034–2038 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2034–2038 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2034–2038 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2035–2039 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2034–2038 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2034–2039 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2035–2039 +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 nameSunitinib malate capsules reference product
SponsorChia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd.
Drug classMulti-targeted receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule
PhasePhase 1

Mechanism of action

Sunitinib inhibits multiple receptor tyrosine kinases including vascular endothelial growth factor receptors (VEGFR1-3), platelet-derived growth factor receptors (PDGFR-α and PDGFR-β), KIT, FLT3, and RET. By blocking these pathways, it inhibits tumor angiogenesis and directly suppresses tumor cell proliferation.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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SourceUsed for
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Frequently asked questions about Sunitinib malate capsules reference product

What is Sunitinib malate capsules reference product?

Sunitinib malate capsules reference product is a Multi-targeted receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor drug developed by Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd..

How does Sunitinib malate capsules reference product work?

Multi-targeted receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor that blocks VEGFR, PDGFR, KIT, FLT3, and RET signaling pathways involved in tumor growth and angiogenesis.

Who makes Sunitinib malate capsules reference product?

Sunitinib malate capsules reference product is developed by Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. (see full Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. pipeline at /company/chia-tai-tianqing-pharmaceutical-group-co-ltd).

What drug class is Sunitinib malate capsules reference product in?

Sunitinib malate capsules reference product belongs to the Multi-targeted receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor class. See all Multi-targeted receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor drugs at /class/multi-targeted-receptor-tyrosine-kinase-inhibitor.

What development phase is Sunitinib malate capsules reference product in?

Sunitinib malate capsules reference product is in Phase 1.

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