Clinical Trials

Multiple clinical trials evaluate the therapeutic potential of the broad-spectrum antibacterial agent enoxacin for the treatment of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. Sponsored by academic and institutional collaborators—including McGill University, the Weizmann Institute of Science, and Apotex Inc.—these completed Phase 1/2 studies assessed the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of the drug in human subjects. Consequently, clinical exploration of enoxacin encompasses early-phase evaluations aimed at neurodegenerative indications.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT04840823 COMPLETED
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
McGill University
2021-03-26 PHASE1; PHASE2
NCT04840823 Completed
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
McGill University|Weizmann Institute of Science|Apotex Inc.
2021-03-26 Phase 1|Phase 2

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-01-26)

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Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Enoxacin selectively binds to bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV, blocking essential DNA replication and transcription pathways to compromise bacterial cell survival. This target inhibition accounts for its antimicrobial activity in urinary tract infections and gonorrhea, while its broader biochemical actions underpin clinical trials investigating its application in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.

Appendix RUO and cGMP Quality Standards

Quality Dimension RUO (Research Use Only) cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice)
Clinical Applicability Prohibited in human clinical trials or medical diagnostics. Mandatory for human clinical trials (Phase I–III) and therapies.
Regulatory Status Non-regulated grade; exempt from drug manufacturing laws. Legally enforced by health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, NMPA).
Facility Environment Unclassified analytical or research laboratories. Validated Cleanrooms (ISO Class 5–8) with continuous monitoring.
Quality Control Basic purity and activity testing. Rigorous safety release testing (Sterility, Endotoxin, Mycoplasma).
Process Validation Basic equipment calibration; no process validation required. Full qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and complete batch records.
Quality Assurance Vendor self-declared without required formal QMS. Mandatory QA/QC unit, Change Control, CAPA, and vendor audits.
Regulatory Impact High risk of IND rejection if used as a critical raw material. Required for IND/NDA filings, supported by Drug Master Files (DMF).

Footnotes

Regulatory Note: Governed by FDA (21 CFR Parts 210/211/312), EMA (EudraLex Vol 4), ICH Guidelines (E6/Q7/Q9/Q10), and compendial standards (USP <71>/<85>/<1043>).

Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.