Multiple clinical trials have evaluated the therapeutic potential and pharmacokinetic profile of pranlukast across Phase 1 and Phase 3 studies. Sponsored by entities including Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., SamA Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., and Organon and Co., these completed studies evaluated clinical efficacy in upper respiratory conditions—such as chronic sinusitis and seasonal allergic rhinitis—alongside single-dose pharmacokinetics in healthy volunteers. Collectively, these investigations reflect a focused clinical evaluation of pranlukast for managing inflammatory airway disorders.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT03826485 | UNKNOWN | Healthy |
SamA Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd |
2019-04-01 | PHASE1 |
| NCT00410735 | COMPLETED | Chronic Sinusitis |
Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. |
2006-12 | PHASE3 |
| NCT00127647 | COMPLETED | Rhinitis, Allergic, Seasonal |
Organon and Co |
2004-11 | PHASE3 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2019-02-01)
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>).