Clinical Trials

Selisistat (EX-527) has been evaluated in several clinical trials across neurodegenerative and reproductive health indications. Completed Phase I safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetic trials sponsored by Siena Biotech S.p.A. focused on patients with Huntington's disease. Additionally, a Phase II clinical trial sponsored by Wake Forest University Health Sciences investigated SIRT1 antagonist therapy in women with endometriosis, uterine diseases, and unexplained female infertility, but was ultimately withdrawn.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT04184323 WITHDRAWN
Endometriosis; Uterine Diseases; Endometrial Diseases; Infertility Unexplained; Infertility; Female, Nonimplantation
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
2022-01 PHASE2
NCT01485965 Completed
Huntington''s Disease
Siena Biotech S.p.A.
2011-11 Phase 1
NCT01521832 Completed
Huntington''s Disease
Siena Biotech S.p.A.
2009-10 Phase 1

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2021-11-17)

Check the Selisistat (EX-527) product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Selisistat selectively binds to and inhibits SIRT1 enzyme activity, thereby blocking the NAD+-dependent deacetylation of substrate proteins such as p53 and modulating critical cell survival signaling pathways. This cellular inhibition of deacetylase activity alters gene expression and cellular stress responses, demonstrating potential clinical relevance in therapeutic approaches for Huntington's disease and endometrial conditions.

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.