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Acadesine

Generic Name
Acadesine
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C9H14N4O5
CAS Number
2627-69-2
Unique Ingredient Identifier
53IEF47846

Overview

Acadesine (AICA-riboside) is a purine nucleoside analog with anti-ischemic properties that is currently being studied (Phase 3) for the prevention of adverse cardiovascular outcomes in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. It is being developed jointly by PeriCor and Schering-Plough. Acadesine has been granted Orphan Drug Designation for B-CLL in the EU.

Background

Acadesine (AICA-riboside) is a purine nucleoside analog with anti-ischemic properties that is currently being studied (Phase 3) for the prevention of adverse cardiovascular outcomes in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. It is being developed jointly by PeriCor and Schering-Plough. Acadesine has been granted Orphan Drug Designation for B-CLL in the EU.

Indication

Investigated for use/treatment in cardiac reperfusion injury, cardiovascular disorders, and coronary artery disease.

Associated Conditions

No associated conditions information available.

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