Glenmark’s novel molecule ‘GRC 27864’ for chronic inflammatory diseases including pain entering human trials

Glenmark’s novel molecule ‘GRC 27864’ for chronic inflammatory diseases including pain entering human trials 

• GRC 27864 is a potent, selective, orally bioavailable inhibitor of mPGES-1
• The molecule has successfully completed pre-clinical and Phase 1 enabling studies. Regulatory submission has been filed for Phase 1 trial (first-in-human)with MHRA, UK

• mPGES-1 inhibitors selectively block the production of PGE₂ while sparing other prostanoids of physiological importance
• With this announcement, Glenmark has reaffirmed its position globally in the development of novel pain therapies

Mumbai, India: April 3, 2014: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals today announced that its Novel Chemical Entity (NCE) ‘GRC 27864′ is entering human trials. This NCE program targets Microsomal Prostaglandin E synthase-1 (mPGES-1) as a novel therapeutic target in pain management. Selective mPGES-1 inhibitors are expected to inhibit increased prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) production in the disease state without affecting other prostanoid metabolites and, consequently, may be devoid of the GI(gastrointestinal) and cardiovascular side effects seen with NSAIDs and COX-2 inhibitors, respectively.

Glenmark has completed preclinical studies and Phase 1 enabling GLP studies for its selected lead molecule, GRC 27864 and has filed a Phase 1 application forfirst-in-human trial with the MHRA, UK. The Phase 1 studies are to be initiated soon and are likely to get completed by January 2015. Following this, Glenmark will also be initiating a proof of concept study in patients with acute pain.