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Drug profile · INN

anagrelide

anagrelide (ANAGRELIDE VIATRIS (PREVIOUSLY ANAGRELIDE MYLAN)) is a phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor. Associated with Takeda.

EMA: approved Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents (L01) L01XX35
Patents linked 0
Pipeline programs 6
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Drug details — anagrelide
Class
Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents (L01)
Route
Patents
0
Programs
6
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Quick answer

anagrelide (ANAGRELIDE VIATRIS (PREVIOUSLY ANAGRELIDE MYLAN)) is a phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor. Associated with Takeda.

Key facts

INN anagrelide
Brand ANAGRELIDE VIATRIS (PREVIOUSLY ANAGRELIDE MYLAN)
Mechanism Phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor
Therapeutic class Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents (L01)
ATC code L01XX35
Originator Takeda

Mechanism of action

Phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. Anagrelide Hydrochloride Phase 3 · Takeda · Essential Thrombocythemia (ET)
  2. MK-3543-006 Phase 3 · MSD Merck Sharp · Essential Thrombocythemia patients who have an inadequate re
  3. SPD422 (anagrelide hydrochloride) Phase 3 · Takeda · Essential Thrombocythemia (ET)
  4. anagrelide hydrochloride Phase 2 · Takeda · Essential Thrombocythaemia
  5. Anagrelide 0.5 mg Phase 1 · Takeda · Healthy
  6. Anagrelide Approved · Takeda · Thrombocythemia, Hemorrhagic

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  6. azathioprine Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents (L04)

Frequently asked questions

What is anagrelide?

anagrelide (ANAGRELIDE VIATRIS (PREVIOUSLY ANAGRELIDE MYLAN)) is a phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor. Associated with Takeda.

What is the brand name for anagrelide?

ANAGRELIDE VIATRIS (PREVIOUSLY ANAGRELIDE MYLAN) is a marketed brand name for anagrelide. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.