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Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid

Johns Hopkins University · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid is a Bile acid derivative / Chemical chaperone Small molecule drug developed by Johns Hopkins University. It is currently FDA-approved for Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC), Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX), Neurodegenerative diseases (investigational). Also known as: Taurolite, TUDCA, Tudcabil, TUDCA,Tudcabil, Taurolite.

Tauroursodeoxycholic acid (TUDCA) is a bile acid that reduces endoplasmic reticulum stress and promotes cell survival by stabilizing mitochondrial function and inhibiting apoptosis pathways.

Tauroursodeoxycholic acid (TUDCA) is a bile acid that reduces endoplasmic reticulum stress and promotes cell survival by stabilizing mitochondrial function and inhibiting apoptosis pathways. Used for Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC), Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX), Neurodegenerative diseases (investigational).

At a glance

Generic nameTauroursodeoxycholic Acid
Also known asTaurolite, TUDCA, Tudcabil, TUDCA,Tudcabil, Taurolite, taurolite
SponsorJohns Hopkins University
Drug classBile acid derivative / Chemical chaperone
TargetEndoplasmic reticulum stress pathways; TGR5 receptor (partial)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaNeurology / Rare genetic disorders
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

TUDCA is a conjugated bile acid that acts as a chemical chaperone, helping to restore proper protein folding in the endoplasmic reticulum and reducing ER stress-induced cell death. It also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, protecting cells from mitochondrial dysfunction and apoptosis. These mechanisms make it potentially beneficial in neurodegenerative diseases and other conditions characterized by cellular stress and protein misfolding.

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Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid

What is Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid?

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid is a Bile acid derivative / Chemical chaperone drug developed by Johns Hopkins University, indicated for Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC), Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX), Neurodegenerative diseases (investigational).

How does Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid work?

Tauroursodeoxycholic acid (TUDCA) is a bile acid that reduces endoplasmic reticulum stress and promotes cell survival by stabilizing mitochondrial function and inhibiting apoptosis pathways.

What is Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid used for?

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid is indicated for Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC), Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis (CTX), Neurodegenerative diseases (investigational).

Who makes Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid?

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid is developed and marketed by Johns Hopkins University (see full Johns Hopkins University pipeline at /company/johns-hopkins-university).

Is Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid also known as anything else?

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid is also known as Taurolite, TUDCA, Tudcabil, TUDCA,Tudcabil, Taurolite, taurolite.

What drug class is Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid in?

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid belongs to the Bile acid derivative / Chemical chaperone class. See all Bile acid derivative / Chemical chaperone drugs at /class/bile-acid-derivative-chemical-chaperone.

What development phase is Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid in?

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid?

Common side effects of Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid include Diarrhea, Abdominal discomfort, Nausea.

What does Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid target?

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid targets Endoplasmic reticulum stress pathways; TGR5 receptor (partial) and is a Bile acid derivative / Chemical chaperone.

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