Clinical Trials

Multiple completed clinical trials have evaluated reboxetine mesylate across different indications under academic and pharmaceutical sponsorship. A Phase I trial sponsored by University Hospital Basel investigated the drug's pharmacological interactions and kinetics regarding mood, substance-related, and amphetamine-related disorders. Additionally, a Phase II trial sponsored by Pfizer evaluated urethral function in women suffering from stress urinary incontinence.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT00886886 Completed
Mood Disorder|Substance-related Disorders|Amphetamine-related Disorders
University Hospital Basel Switzerland
2009-04 Phase 1
NCT00141128 Completed
Urinary Incontinence Stress
Pfizer
2005-12 Phase 2

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

Check the Reboxetine mesylate product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Reboxetine mesylate's potent and selective binding to the norepinephrine transporter (Ki = 8.2 nM) blocks the presynaptic reuptake of norepinephrine, resulting in elevated extracellular neurotransmitter concentrations within synaptic spaces. This sustained activation of adrenergic signaling modulates central neurocircuitry and peripheral autonomic tone, providing a therapeutic rationale for managing mood disorders and stress urinary incontinence.

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.