Multiple Phase 3 and Phase 4 clinical trials sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline evaluate pediatric formulations of this biological component, focusing on multi-valent combination vaccines for diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis, Haemophilus influenzae type b, poliomyelitis, and hepatitis B. Ranging in recruitment status from withdrawn to completed, these protocols assess the safety and immunogenicity of conjugate vaccine regimens designed to prevent complex bacterial and viral infections in children.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT03128489 | Withdrawn | Diphtheria|Acellular Pertussis|Haemophilus Influenzae Type b|Tetanus|Poliomyelitis |
GlaxoSmithKline |
2017-12-01 | Phase 3 |
| NCT02853929 | Completed | Diphtheria|Hepatitis B|Acellular Pertussis|Haemophilus Influenzae Type b|Tetanus|Poliomyelitis|Diphtheria-Tetanus-aPertussis-Hepatitis B-Poliomyelitis-Haemophilus Influenzae Type b Vaccines |
GlaxoSmithKline |
2016-09-19 | Phase 4 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)
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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>).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.