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Drug profile · INN

agomelatine

agomelatine (VALDOXAN) is a melatonin receptor agonist.

EMA: approved Nervous system (N06) N06AX22
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Drug details — agomelatine
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Nervous system (N06)
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Patents
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Quick answer

agomelatine (VALDOXAN) is a melatonin receptor agonist.

Key facts

INN agomelatine
Brand VALDOXAN
Mechanism Melatonin receptor agonist
Target Melatonin receptor
Therapeutic class Nervous system (N06)
ATC code N06AX22

Mechanism of action

Melatonin receptor agonist

Primary target: Melatonin receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. INTENSIFY MDD Phase 3 · Disc Medicine · Major depressive disorder

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Frequently asked questions

What is agomelatine?

agomelatine (VALDOXAN) is a melatonin receptor agonist.

What is the brand name for agomelatine?

VALDOXAN is a marketed brand name for agomelatine. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.