A completed Phase 4 clinical trial sponsored by Union Hospital at Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology evaluated Oridonin following percutaneous coronary intervention. The study assessed cardiovascular inflammatory responses and key biomarkers, specifically focusing on NLRP3 inflammasome pathway inhibition and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) levels in post-procedure patients. This academic effort underscores the potential utility of Oridonin in managing acute inflammatory complications associated with coronary procedures.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT05130892 | COMPLETED | NLRP3; hsCRP; Percutaneous Coronary Intervention |
Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology |
2021-11-15 | PHASE4 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2023-02-08)
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>).