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Temsirolimus (CCI-779)

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Temsirolimus (CCI-779) is a mTOR inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by Pfizer. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Renal cell carcinoma, Soft tissue sarcoma. Also known as: Torisel.

Temsirolimus is a mTOR inhibitor that blocks the mTOR pathway, which is involved in cell growth and proliferation.

Temsirolimus, also known as CCI-779, is a small molecule inhibitor of the FKBP1A protein. It is used in clinical trials for various conditions, including triple-negative breast cancer, sepsis, and kidney transplant recipients.

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
    Pfizer 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 nameTemsirolimus (CCI-779)
Also known asTorisel
SponsorPfizer
Drug classmTOR inhibitor
TargetmTOR
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

By inhibiting the mTOR pathway, temsirolimus reduces the growth and proliferation of cancer cells. This is achieved by blocking the activity of the mTOR protein, which is a key regulator of cell growth and metabolism. As a result, temsirolimus can help to slow down or stop the growth of cancer cells.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about Temsirolimus (CCI-779)

What is Temsirolimus (CCI-779)?

Temsirolimus (CCI-779) is a mTOR inhibitor drug developed by Pfizer, indicated for Renal cell carcinoma, Soft tissue sarcoma.

How does Temsirolimus (CCI-779) work?

Temsirolimus is a mTOR inhibitor that blocks the mTOR pathway, which is involved in cell growth and proliferation.

What is Temsirolimus (CCI-779) used for?

Temsirolimus (CCI-779) is indicated for Renal cell carcinoma, Soft tissue sarcoma.

Who makes Temsirolimus (CCI-779)?

Temsirolimus (CCI-779) is developed by Pfizer (see full Pfizer pipeline at /company/pfizer).

Is Temsirolimus (CCI-779) also known as anything else?

Temsirolimus (CCI-779) is also known as Torisel.

What drug class is Temsirolimus (CCI-779) in?

Temsirolimus (CCI-779) belongs to the mTOR inhibitor class. See all mTOR inhibitor drugs at /class/mtor-inhibitor.

What development phase is Temsirolimus (CCI-779) in?

Temsirolimus (CCI-779) is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Temsirolimus (CCI-779)?

Common side effects of Temsirolimus (CCI-779) include Fatigue, Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Anemia, Thrombocytopenia.

What does Temsirolimus (CCI-779) target?

Temsirolimus (CCI-779) targets mTOR and is a mTOR inhibitor.

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