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Isosorbide

Generic Name
Isosorbide
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C6H10O4
CAS Number
652-67-5
Unique Ingredient Identifier
WXR179L51S

Overview

Isosorbide was previously available in an oral formulation for the reduction of intraocular pressure. It was approved by the FDA in 1980, but has since been discontinued. Currently, isosorbide is an organic nitrate currently available in the isosorbide mononitrate and isosorbide dinitrate forms, and is used for the prevention of angina. Refer to these drug entries for more information.

Background

Isosorbide was previously available in an oral formulation for the reduction of intraocular pressure. It was approved by the FDA in 1980, but has since been discontinued. Currently, isosorbide is an organic nitrate currently available in the isosorbide mononitrate and isosorbide dinitrate forms, and is used for the prevention of angina. Refer to these drug entries for more information.

Indication

Isosorbide was previously indicated for temporary reduction of intraocular pressure and used to interrupt an acute glaucoma attack, however, this is not a currently approved indication. Refer to isosorbide mononitrate and isosorbide dinitrate drug entries for more isosorbide indications.

Associated Conditions

  • Angina Pectoris

Clinical Trials

Title
Posted
Study ID
Phase
Status
Sponsor
2020/12/10
Phase 4
UNKNOWN
2020/07/23
Early Phase 1
UNKNOWN
2020/06/11
Not Applicable
UNKNOWN
Air Force Military Medical University, China
2020/03/17
Phase 3
UNKNOWN
2020/03/17
Phase 4
Completed
2020/01/06
Not Applicable
Completed
2020/01/03
Not Applicable
Completed
2018/05/14
Phase 1
UNKNOWN
Dina Yahia Mansour
2018/03/02
Phase 2
Completed
2017/08/21
Phase 1
Completed

FDA Drug Approvals

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EMA Drug Approvals

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HSA Drug Approvals

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NMPA Drug Approvals

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Company
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Drug Type
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Isosorbitol Oral Solution
国药准字H10960126
化学药品
口服溶液剂
1/22/2020

PPB Drug Approvals

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TGA Drug Approvals

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No TGA approvals found for this drug.
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