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Toripalimab monotherapy

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Toripalimab monotherapy is a PD-1 inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by Henan Cancer Hospital. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Metastatic non-small cell lung cancer, PD-L1 positive, Nasopharyngeal carcinoma.

Toripalimab is a PD-1 inhibitor that blocks the PD-1 receptor on T cells, preventing its interaction with PD-L1 on tumor cells and thereby enhancing anti-tumor immune responses.

Toripalimab is a programmed cell death protein 1 antagonist, classified as an antibody, used as a monotherapy for treating advanced urothelial carcinoma. It is indicated for conditions such as urothelial carcinoma, urothelial carcinoma of the bladder, and urothelial carcinoma of the renal pelvis and ureter.

Likelihood of approval
61.3% 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.
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 nameToripalimab monotherapy
SponsorHenan Cancer Hospital
Drug classPD-1 inhibitor
TargetPD-1
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

By blocking the PD-1/PD-L1 interaction, toripalimab allows T cells to recognize and attack cancer cells more effectively. This mechanism is thought to be responsible for its anti-tumor activity in various types of cancer.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about Toripalimab monotherapy

What is Toripalimab monotherapy?

Toripalimab monotherapy is a PD-1 inhibitor drug developed by Henan Cancer Hospital, indicated for Metastatic non-small cell lung cancer, PD-L1 positive, Nasopharyngeal carcinoma.

How does Toripalimab monotherapy work?

Toripalimab is a PD-1 inhibitor that blocks the PD-1 receptor on T cells, preventing its interaction with PD-L1 on tumor cells and thereby enhancing anti-tumor immune responses.

What is Toripalimab monotherapy used for?

Toripalimab monotherapy is indicated for Metastatic non-small cell lung cancer, PD-L1 positive, Nasopharyngeal carcinoma.

Who makes Toripalimab monotherapy?

Toripalimab monotherapy is developed by Henan Cancer Hospital (see full Henan Cancer Hospital pipeline at /company/henan-cancer-hospital).

What drug class is Toripalimab monotherapy in?

Toripalimab monotherapy belongs to the PD-1 inhibitor class. See all PD-1 inhibitor drugs at /class/pd-1-inhibitor.

What development phase is Toripalimab monotherapy in?

Toripalimab monotherapy is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Toripalimab monotherapy?

Common side effects of Toripalimab monotherapy include Fatigue, Diarrhea, Nausea, Rash, Pyrexia.

What does Toripalimab monotherapy target?

Toripalimab monotherapy targets PD-1 and is a PD-1 inhibitor.

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