Multiple clinical trials evaluate the therapeutic potential of synthetic hypericin formulations across diverse oncological, dermatological, and infectious disease indications, ranging from Phase 1 safety assessments to Phase 3 confirmatory studies. Sponsored by organizations including Soligenix, SystImmune Inc., and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, these studies target conditions such as cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, plaque psoriasis, HIV infections, and advanced solid tumors like non-small cell lung cancer. Across these protocols, recruitment statuses vary—spanning completed, actively recruiting, and terminated trials—reflecting the evolving development landscape of the drug.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT06470451 | TERMINATED | CTCL/ Mycosis Fungoides; CTCL; Mycosis Fungoides; Cutaneous T Cell Lymphoma |
Soligenix |
2025-01-07 | PHASE3 |
| NCT05872854 | COMPLETED | Cutaneous T Cell Lymphoma; Mycosis Fungoides |
Ellen Kim, MD |
2023-08-21 | PHASE2 |
| NCT05442190 | COMPLETED | Psoriasis; Plaque Psoriasis; Psoriasis Vulgaris |
Soligenix |
2022-12-14 | PHASE2 |
| NCT06218940 | Not yet recruiting | NSCLC Stage IV |
Newsoara Biopharma Co. Ltd. |
2024-12-01 | Phase 1 |
| NCT06149247 | COMPLETED | Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma/Mycosis Fungoides |
Soligenix |
2023-12-05 | PHASE2 |
| NCT06094777 | Not yet recruiting | Advanced Solid Tumor |
Shanghai YingLi Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd. |
2023-11-10 | Phase 1 |
| NCT05983432 | Recruiting | Non Small Cell Lung Cancer|NSCLC|Lung Cancer|Breast Cancer|Esophageal Cancer|SCLC|Small Cell Lung Cancer|NPC|Nasopharyngeal Cancer |
SystImmune Inc. |
2023-08-08 | Phase 1 |
| NCT05380635 | COMPLETED | Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma/Mycosis Fungoides |
Soligenix |
2022-05-09 | PHASE2 |
| NCT02448381 | COMPLETED | Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma |
Soligenix |
2015-12 | PHASE3 |
| NCT00000792 | COMPLETED | HIV Infections |
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) |
PHASE1 | |
| NCT00000645 | COMPLETED | HIV Infections |
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) |
PHASE1 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2026-07-13)
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>).