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Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta

Generic Name
Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta
Brand Names
Mircera
Drug Type
Biotech
CAS Number
677324-53-7
Unique Ingredient Identifier
LR3UXN0193

Overview

Methoxy polyethylene glycol-epoetin beta is a chemically synthesised Erythropoiesis Stimulating Agent (ESA) with a longer half-life than erythropoietin. ESA is used to increase synthesis of red blood cells to treat chronic kidney disease associated anemia.

Indication

For the treatment of patients with anaemia associated with chronic kidney disease. Not a substitute for RBC transfusion if immediate correction of anemia is required.

Associated Conditions

  • Anemia

Clinical Trials

Title
Posted
Study ID
Phase
Status
Sponsor
2021/01/13
Phase 3
Completed
2019/11/07
Phase 3
Completed
2018/06/11
Phase 2
Completed
2015/09/11
N/A
Completed
2014/10/13
N/A
Completed
2014/09/12
N/A
Completed
2014/09/05
Phase 4
Completed
2014/01/30
Phase 4
Completed
2014/01/24
Phase 2
Completed
2013/03/08
Phase 4
UNKNOWN

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Vifor (International) Inc.
59353-404
INTRAVENOUS
150 ug in 0.3 mL
10/12/2023
Vifor (International) Inc.
59353-406
INTRAVENOUS
250 ug in 0.3 mL
10/12/2023
Vifor (International) Inc.
59353-403
INTRAVENOUS
100 ug in 0.3 mL
10/12/2023
Vifor (International) Inc.
59353-408
INTRAVENOUS
360 ug in 0.6 mL
10/12/2023
Vifor (International) Inc.
59353-407
INTRAVENOUS
120 ug in 0.3 mL
10/12/2023
Vifor (International) Inc.
59353-401
INTRAVENOUS
50 ug in 0.3 mL
10/12/2023
Vifor (International) Inc.
59353-402
INTRAVENOUS
75 ug in 0.3 mL
10/12/2023
Vifor (International) Inc.
59353-405
INTRAVENOUS
200 ug in 0.3 mL
10/12/2023
Vifor (International) Inc.
59353-400
INTRAVENOUS
30 ug in 0.3 mL
10/12/2023

EMA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Authorization Holder
Status
Issued Date
Authorised
7/20/2007

HSA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
Approval Number
Dosage Form
Strength
Approval Date
Mircera Solution for Injection 75mcg/0.3ml (Pre-filled Syringe)
SIN13530P
INJECTION, SOLUTION
75 mcg/0.3ml
8/19/2008
Mircera Solution for Injection 100mcg/0.3ml (Pre-filled Syringe)
SIN13529P
INJECTION, SOLUTION
100mcg/0.3ml
8/19/2008
Mircera Solution for Injection 50mcg/0.3ml (Pre-filled Syringe)
SIN13535P
INJECTION, SOLUTION
50mcg/0.3ml
8/19/2008

NMPA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Company
Approval Number
Drug Type
Dosage Form
Approval Date
No NMPA approvals found for this drug.

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