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Tranilast, and Tissucol

Gildasio Castello de Almeida Junior · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Tranilast, and Tissucol is a Anti-fibrotic agent (Tranilast); Fibrin sealant (Tissucol) Small molecule drug developed by Gildasio Castello de Almeida Junior. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Hypertrophic scars and keloid prevention/treatment, Post-surgical wound healing and hemostasis. Also known as: Rizaben, Tissucol.

Tranilast inhibits fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis, while Tissucol is a fibrin sealant that promotes tissue adhesion and hemostasis.

Tranilast inhibits fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis, while Tissucol is a fibrin sealant that promotes tissue adhesion and hemostasis. Used for Hypertrophic scars and keloid prevention/treatment, Post-surgical wound healing and hemostasis.

At a glance

Generic nameTranilast, and Tissucol
Also known asRizaben, Tissucol
SponsorGildasio Castello de Almeida Junior
Drug classAnti-fibrotic agent (Tranilast); Fibrin sealant (Tissucol)
TargetTGF-β pathway (Tranilast); Fibrin polymerization (Tissucol)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDermatology, Wound Healing, Surgery
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Tranilast is an anti-allergic and anti-fibrotic agent that suppresses transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) signaling and reduces fibroblast activity, thereby limiting excessive collagen deposition and scar formation. Tissucol is a two-component fibrin glue composed of fibrinogen and thrombin that creates a physiologic clot to seal tissues and promote wound healing. The combination may leverage Tranilast's anti-fibrotic properties alongside Tissucol's hemostatic and adhesive functions.

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Frequently asked questions about Tranilast, and Tissucol

What is Tranilast, and Tissucol?

Tranilast, and Tissucol is a Anti-fibrotic agent (Tranilast); Fibrin sealant (Tissucol) drug developed by Gildasio Castello de Almeida Junior, indicated for Hypertrophic scars and keloid prevention/treatment, Post-surgical wound healing and hemostasis.

How does Tranilast, and Tissucol work?

Tranilast inhibits fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis, while Tissucol is a fibrin sealant that promotes tissue adhesion and hemostasis.

What is Tranilast, and Tissucol used for?

Tranilast, and Tissucol is indicated for Hypertrophic scars and keloid prevention/treatment, Post-surgical wound healing and hemostasis.

Who makes Tranilast, and Tissucol?

Tranilast, and Tissucol is developed by Gildasio Castello de Almeida Junior (see full Gildasio Castello de Almeida Junior pipeline at /company/gildasio-castello-de-almeida-junior).

Is Tranilast, and Tissucol also known as anything else?

Tranilast, and Tissucol is also known as Rizaben, Tissucol.

What drug class is Tranilast, and Tissucol in?

Tranilast, and Tissucol belongs to the Anti-fibrotic agent (Tranilast); Fibrin sealant (Tissucol) class. See all Anti-fibrotic agent (Tranilast); Fibrin sealant (Tissucol) drugs at /class/anti-fibrotic-agent-tranilast-fibrin-sealant-tissucol.

What development phase is Tranilast, and Tissucol in?

Tranilast, and Tissucol is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Tranilast, and Tissucol?

Common side effects of Tranilast, and Tissucol include Local irritation or inflammation at application site, Allergic reaction to fibrin components, Infection at wound site.

What does Tranilast, and Tissucol target?

Tranilast, and Tissucol targets TGF-β pathway (Tranilast); Fibrin polymerization (Tissucol) and is a Anti-fibrotic agent (Tranilast); Fibrin sealant (Tissucol).

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