Clinical Trials

BMS-986020, a lysophosphatidic acid receptor antagonist, has been evaluated in several completed clinical trials sponsored exclusively by Bristol-Myers Squibb. Encompassing Phase 1 and Phase 2 protocols, these studies investigated therapeutic applications in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, immunology, and immunosuppression. Phase 1 trials evaluated human pharmacokinetics, metabolism, safety, and concomitant drug interactions, while a Phase 2 trial assessed safety and therapeutic efficacy in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT02101125 Completed
Immunosuppression For Disease
Bristol-Myers Squibb
2014-03 Phase 1
NCT02068053 Completed
Immunosuppression For Disease
Bristol-Myers Squibb
2014-03 Phase 1
NCT02017730 Completed
Immunology
Bristol-Myers Squibb
2014-01 Phase 1
NCT01766817 Completed
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Bristol-Myers Squibb
2013-01-31 Phase 2

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)

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Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

BMS-986020 functions as a potent and selective antagonist of lysophosphatidic acid receptor 1 (LPA1), blocking LPA-mediated pro-fibrotic signal transduction pathways and downregulating downstream intracellular activation. By suppressing LPA1-driven fibroblast proliferation, cell migration, and extracellular matrix deposition, BMS-986020 attenuates pathological tissue remodeling, demonstrating therapeutic relevance for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

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.