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Drug profile · INN

rimonabant

rimonabant (ZIMULTI) is a cannabinoid cb1 receptor antagonist.

EMA: withdrawn Alimentary tract and metabolism (A08) A08AX01
Patents linked 0
Pipeline programs 2
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Drug details — rimonabant
Class
Alimentary tract and metabolism (A08)
Route
Patents
0
Programs
2
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Quick answer

rimonabant (ZIMULTI) is a cannabinoid cb1 receptor antagonist.

Key facts

INN rimonabant
Brand ZIMULTI
Mechanism Cannabinoid CB1 receptor antagonist
Target Cannabinoid receptor 1
Therapeutic class Alimentary tract and metabolism (A08)
ATC code A08AX01

Mechanism of action

Cannabinoid CB1 receptor antagonist

Primary target: Cannabinoid receptor 1

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA withdrawn

Pipeline programs

  1. Rimonabant Phase 3 · Sanofi Pasteur MSD · Obesity
  2. Rimonabant Phase 2 · BRIGHT MINDS BIOSCIENCES · Schizophrenia

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Frequently asked questions

What is rimonabant?

rimonabant (ZIMULTI) is a cannabinoid cb1 receptor antagonist.

What is the brand name for rimonabant?

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