Numerous clinical trials spanning Phase 1 through Phase 4, early phase, and drug utilization studies have evaluated cyproterone acetate across completed, active, and terminated statuses. These investigations focus on female hyperandrogenic conditions—such as hirsutism, acne vulgaris, androgenetic alopecia, and polycystic ovary syndrome—alongside male indications including prostate cancer, hypersexuality, and sexual deviations. Supported by pharmaceutical sponsors like Bayer as well as academic medical institutions, evaluations of combination therapies and drug safety awareness highlight its broad therapeutic profile.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT07714616 | NOT_YET_RECRUITING | Contraception |
Eurofarma Laboratorios S.A. |
2027-05-31 | PHASE3 |
| NCT07513480 | COMPLETED | PCOS |
Mst.Sumyara Khatun |
2024-08-12 | |
| NCT07145281 | COMPLETED | Gender Dysphoria, Adult; Blood Coagulation; Coagulation Factors; Transgender Persons, M01.777.500; Hemostasis; Transgender Women |
Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center |
2022-11-10 | |
| NCT04590417 | ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING | Drug Interaction |
Thai Red Cross AIDS Research Centre |
2022-01-24 | |
| NCT04831151 | UNKNOWN | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
Inonu University |
2021-03-01 | |
| NCT01973816 | COMPLETED | Endometriosis |
University Hospital, Rouen |
2014-09-09 | PHASE3 |
| NCT03043924 | COMPLETED | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
University Hospital, Lille |
2017-09-26 | |
| NCT04925180 | Completed | Signs of Androgenisation in Women e.g. Hirsutism Androgenetic Alopecia Acne and Seborrhea|Hypersexuality in Men|Sexual Deviations in Men|Prostate Cancer |
Bayer |
2021-10-18 | -- |
| NCT02715232 | UNKNOWN | Gender Dysphoria |
Medical University of Vienna |
2017-02-06 | PHASE4 |
| NCT04848181 | COMPLETED | Prostate Hyperplasia |
Benha University |
2019-07-01 | EARLY_PHASE1 |
| NCT02460445 | COMPLETED | Hyperandrogenism; Metabolic Cardiovascular Syndrome |
Manuel Luque Ramírez |
2015-01 | |
| NCT04964193 | COMPLETED | Drug Use |
PT Sydna Farma |
2019-03-12 | |
| NCT02689843 | COMPLETED | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences |
2018-02-01 | EARLY_PHASE1 |
| NCT02744131 | UNKNOWN | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
Kar Clinic & Hospital Pvt. Ltd. |
2016-05 | |
| NCT03236740 | COMPLETED | PCOS |
S.C.B. Medical College and Hospital |
2017-08-01 | PHASE4 |
| NCT02729545 | COMPLETED | Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome |
Beijing Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine |
2016-04 | PHASE2 |
| NCT02866786 | COMPLETED | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
S.C.B. Medical College and Hospital |
2016-08-15 | PHASE4 |
| NCT02027337 | UNKNOWN | Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome; Hyperandrogenism; Menstrual Irregularities |
Tyumen State Medical Academy |
2013-12 | PHASE4 |
| NCT02494297 | Completed | Hirsutism|Androgenetic Alopecia|Severe Anemia|Seborrhea|PCOS |
Center for Epidemiology and Health Research Germany|Bayer |
2015-03-06 | -- |
| NCT01065220 | COMPLETED | Transsexualism |
Medical University of Vienna |
2010-02 | PHASE4 |
| NCT01573377 | COMPLETED | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome; Insulin Resistance |
Chongqing Medical University |
2012-02 | |
| NCT01103518 | UNKNOWN | Amenorrhea; Dysmenorrhea; Menstruation Disturbances; Hyperandrogenism |
Fundação Educacional Serra dos Órgãos |
2009-12 | PHASE4 |
| NCT00003653 | COMPLETED | Prostate Cancer |
NCIC Clinical Trials Group |
1999-01-05 | PHASE3 |
| NCT00601276 | TERMINATED | Pedophilia |
Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France |
2007-12 | PHASE3 |
| NCT00196339 | COMPLETED | Prostate Cancer |
Duramed Research |
2005-06 | PHASE2 |
| NCT01011751 | COMPLETED | Adenocarcinoma, Prostate |
Takeda |
2004-04 | PHASE3 |
| NCT00955058 | UNKNOWN | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
Shahid Beheshti University |
2007-02 | PHASE2; PHASE3 |
| NCT00849082 | COMPLETED | Prostate Cancer |
European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer - EORTC |
1987-05 | PHASE3 |
| NCT00363285 | UNKNOWN | Prostate Cancer |
St. Bartholomew's Hospital |
2003-01 | PHASE3 |
| NCT00428311 | COMPLETED | Polycystic Ovary Syndrome |
Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal |
2004-04 | PHASE4 |
| NCT00005623 | COMPLETED | Hot Flashes; Prostate Cancer |
Barr Laboratories |
1999-12 | PHASE3 |
| NCT00752635 | COMPLETED | Acne Vulgaris |
Johnson & Johnson Taiwan Ltd |
2004-09 | PHASE4 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2026-07-21)
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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