Clinical Trials

Several clinical trials sponsored by Pfizer have evaluated the safety, pharmacodynamics, and efficacy of PF-04457845 across Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies. These investigations focused on acute and chronic pain management, polysomnographic sleep endpoints in healthy volunteers, and therapeutic outcomes in knee osteoarthritis flare-ups. Overall, trial recruitment is primarily completed, although a Phase 1 sleep evaluation was terminated prematurely.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT01092845 Completed
Healthy|Sleep
Pfizer
2010-04 Phase 1
NCT01002625 Terminated
Sleep|Healthy Volunteers
Pfizer
2009-11 Phase 1
NCT00981357 Completed
Osteoarthritis Knee
Pfizer
2009-11 Phase 2
NCT00836082 Completed
Acute Pain|Chronic Pain
Pfizer
2009-02 Phase 1

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

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Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

PF-04457845 functions as a potent, selective inhibitor of fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) by covalently binding to the active-site serine nucleophile, thereby preventing the enzymatic degradation of endogenous endocannabinoids such as anandamide. By elevating endocannabinoid signaling tone, this inhibition dampens nociceptive neurotransmission and modulates central sleep pathways, providing a rationale for its investigation in clinical trials for chronic pain, knee osteoarthritis, and sleep disorders.

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.