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AZD0486

AstraZeneca · Phase 3 active Small molecule

AZD0486 is a mTORC1 inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by AstraZeneca. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Advanced or metastatic solid tumors with mTOR pathway activation. Also known as: TNB-486, Surovatamig.

AZD0486 is a selective inhibitor of the mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1) that suppresses protein synthesis and cell proliferation in cancer cells.

AZD0486 is a selective inhibitor of the mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1) that suppresses protein synthesis and cell proliferation in cancer cells. Used for Advanced or metastatic solid tumors with mTOR pathway activation.

Likelihood of approval
64.3% 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).
  • Oncology Phase 3 boost +3.0pp
    Oncology Phase 3 trials have higher approval rates (~61%) than the cross-industry average due to clearer endpoints and FDA oncology pathway.
  • Big-pharma sponsor +3.0pp
    AstraZeneca is a top-20 pharma sponsor — historical approval rates run ~3pp above average due to scale, regulatory experience, and trial-design quality.
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 nameAZD0486
Also known asTNB-486, Surovatamig
SponsorAstraZeneca
Drug classmTORC1 inhibitor
TargetmTORC1
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

AZD0486 binds to and inhibits mTORC1, a key signaling complex that regulates cell growth, metabolism, and survival. By blocking mTORC1 activity, the drug reduces protein synthesis and induces cell cycle arrest, leading to reduced proliferation of cancer cells. This mechanism is particularly relevant in tumors with dysregulated mTOR pathway signaling.

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 AZD0486

What is AZD0486?

AZD0486 is a mTORC1 inhibitor drug developed by AstraZeneca, indicated for Advanced or metastatic solid tumors with mTOR pathway activation.

How does AZD0486 work?

AZD0486 is a selective inhibitor of the mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1) that suppresses protein synthesis and cell proliferation in cancer cells.

What is AZD0486 used for?

AZD0486 is indicated for Advanced or metastatic solid tumors with mTOR pathway activation.

Who makes AZD0486?

AZD0486 is developed by AstraZeneca (see full AstraZeneca pipeline at /company/astrazeneca).

Is AZD0486 also known as anything else?

AZD0486 is also known as TNB-486, Surovatamig.

What drug class is AZD0486 in?

AZD0486 belongs to the mTORC1 inhibitor class. See all mTORC1 inhibitor drugs at /class/mtorc1-inhibitor.

What development phase is AZD0486 in?

AZD0486 is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of AZD0486?

Common side effects of AZD0486 include Stomatitis, Rash, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Hyperglycemia.

What does AZD0486 target?

AZD0486 targets mTORC1 and is a mTORC1 inhibitor.

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