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Velcade-Dexamethasone

Intergroupe Francophone du Myelome · Phase 3 active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026

Velcade-Dexamethasone is a Proteasome inhibitor and corticosteroid combination Small molecule drug developed by Intergroupe Francophone du Myelome. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Multiple myeloma.

Velcade-Dexamethasone is a combination of a proteasome inhibitor and a corticosteroid used to treat multiple myeloma.

Velcade-Dexamethasone is a combination treatment that includes the small molecule Velcade (Bortezomib) and the corticosteroid Dexamethasone. It is being studied in clinical trials for various types of lymphoblastic leukemia and lymphoma, including Recurrent Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Recurrent Adult Lymphoblastic Lymphoma, Recurrent Burkitt Leukemia, Recurrent Burkitt Lymphoma, and Recurrent Childhood Lymphoblastic Lymphoma.

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 nameVelcade-Dexamethasone
SponsorIntergroupe Francophone du Myelome
Drug classProteasome inhibitor and corticosteroid combination
TargetProteasome
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Velcade works by inhibiting the proteasome, a complex within cells that breaks down proteins. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid that has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. Together, they help to reduce the growth and spread of cancer cells in multiple myeloma.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about Velcade-Dexamethasone

What is Velcade-Dexamethasone?

Velcade-Dexamethasone is a Proteasome inhibitor and corticosteroid combination drug developed by Intergroupe Francophone du Myelome, indicated for Multiple myeloma.

How does Velcade-Dexamethasone work?

Velcade-Dexamethasone is a combination of a proteasome inhibitor and a corticosteroid used to treat multiple myeloma.

What is Velcade-Dexamethasone used for?

Velcade-Dexamethasone is indicated for Multiple myeloma.

Who makes Velcade-Dexamethasone?

Velcade-Dexamethasone is developed by Intergroupe Francophone du Myelome (see full Intergroupe Francophone du Myelome pipeline at /company/intergroupe-francophone-du-myelome).

What drug class is Velcade-Dexamethasone in?

Velcade-Dexamethasone belongs to the Proteasome inhibitor and corticosteroid combination class. See all Proteasome inhibitor and corticosteroid combination drugs at /class/proteasome-inhibitor-and-corticosteroid-combination.

What development phase is Velcade-Dexamethasone in?

Velcade-Dexamethasone is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Velcade-Dexamethasone?

Common side effects of Velcade-Dexamethasone include Neutropenia, Thrombocytopenia, Anemia, Fatigue, Diarrhea.

What does Velcade-Dexamethasone target?

Velcade-Dexamethasone targets Proteasome and is a Proteasome inhibitor and corticosteroid combination.

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