Multiple Phase 1 clinical trials sponsored by academic institutions have evaluated the pharmacological effects and therapeutic potential of atipamezole hydrochloride. A completed study by the University of Turku analyzed striatal receptor binding competition between atipamezole and endogenous noradrenaline in healthy volunteers using positron emission tomography. Conversely, an investigation by the University of Chicago aimed to evaluate the rapid reversal of dexmedetomidine sedation during emergence from anesthesia, but the study was ultimately withdrawn.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT04942340 | WITHDRAWN | Emergence From Anesthesia |
University of Chicago |
2023-05 | PHASE1 |
| NCT01435213 | COMPLETED | Healthy |
University of Turku |
2011-09 | PHASE1 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2023-05-17)
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>).
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