Several completed clinical trials across Phases 1, 2, and 3 have evaluated kanamycin sulfate in various therapeutic settings. Research primarily focuses on multidrug-resistant and extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis, HIV co-infections, colorectal neoplasm surgical prophylaxis, and pharmacokinetic studies in healthy participants. These studies were sponsored by academic medical centers, non-profit organizations, and government institutions, including the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT02409290 | COMPLETED | MDR-TB |
IUATLD, Inc |
2016-03 | PHASE3 |
| NCT02454205 | COMPLETED | Tuberculosis; Multidrug Resistant Tuberculosis; Extensively-drug Resistant Tuberculosis |
University of Cape Town |
2015-11-12 | PHASE2; PHASE3 |
| NCT00816426 | COMPLETED | Tuberculosis |
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) |
2008-12-29 | PHASE1 |
| NCT02128308 | COMPLETED | Healthy |
Seoul National University Hospital |
2013-11 | PHASE1 |
| NCT00508690 | COMPLETED | Colorectal Neoplasms |
Japan Multinational Trial Organization |
2007-09 | PHASE3 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2023-09-28)
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Mechanism and Biochemical Profile
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.