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Drug profile · INN

chenodeoxycholic acid

chenodeoxycholic acid (CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID LEADIANT (PREVIOUSLY CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID SIGMA-TAU)) is a bile acid receptor fxr agonist.

EMA: approved Alimentary tract and metabolism (A05) A05AA01
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Drug details — chenodeoxycholic acid
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Quick answer

chenodeoxycholic acid (CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID LEADIANT (PREVIOUSLY CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID SIGMA-TAU)) is a bile acid receptor fxr agonist.

Key facts

INN chenodeoxycholic acid
Brand CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID LEADIANT (PREVIOUSLY CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID SIGMA-TAU)
Mechanism Bile acid receptor FXR agonist
Target Bile acid receptor
Therapeutic class Alimentary tract and metabolism (A05)
ATC code A05AA01

Mechanism of action

Bile acid receptor FXR agonist

Primary target: Bile acid receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is chenodeoxycholic acid?

chenodeoxycholic acid (CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID LEADIANT (PREVIOUSLY CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID SIGMA-TAU)) is a bile acid receptor fxr agonist.

What is the brand name for chenodeoxycholic acid?

CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID LEADIANT (PREVIOUSLY CHENODEOXYCHOLIC ACID SIGMA-TAU) is a marketed brand name for chenodeoxycholic acid. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.