Clinical Trials

Multiple completed, industry-sponsored clinical trials conducted by Pfizer have evaluated Otenabant (CP-945598) primarily for metabolic indications, specifically obesity and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). These studies range from Phase 1 assessments of pharmacokinetics, drug interactions, and safety to a Phase 2/3 trial evaluating dose-dependent weight loss efficacy.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT00706537 Completed
Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis(NASH)
Pfizer
2008-07 Phase 1
NCT00644839 Completed
Obesity
Pfizer
2008-04 Phase 1
NCT00645463 Completed
Obesity
Pfizer
2007-03 Phase 1
NCT00134199 Completed
Obesity
Pfizer
2005-03 Phase 2|Phase 3

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

Check the Otenabant (CP-945598) HCl product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Otenabant (CP-945598) selectively binds to the cannabinoid receptor CB1 with nanomolar affinity, blocking G-protein-coupled endocannabinoid signaling to suppress intracellular lipogenic pathways and neural appetite signals. This targeted pathway inhibition reduces energy intake and hepatic fat accumulation, providing the mechanistic rationale for its clinical evaluation in treating obesity and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis.

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.