Multiple clinical trials, predominantly Phase 2 and Phase 3 alongside observational studies, evaluate sphingosine-1-phosphate across diverse therapeutic areas, sponsored primarily by academic research institutions and university hospitals. These investigations target neuroinflammatory, autoimmune, respiratory, and inflammatory conditions, including multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, bacterial pneumonia, acne vulgaris, interstitial cystitis, and periodontal disease. Recruitment statuses across these studies range from completed and actively recruiting to terminated or not yet recruiting.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT07335952 | COMPLETED | Rheumatoid Arthritis |
Peking University People's Hospital |
2024-09-02 | PHASE2 |
| NCT06930430 | COMPLETED | Sphingosine 1-phosphate; Interleukin 1-beta; Gingival Crevicular Fluid; Non-surgical Periodontal Therapy; Split-mouth Design |
Ondokuz Mayıs University |
2023-05-15 | |
| NCT04134351 | UNKNOWN | Asthma |
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust |
2020-02-04 | |
| NCT04007328 | UNKNOWN | Pneumonia, Bacterial |
Taipei Medical University WanFang Hospital |
2019-06-15 | PHASE2; PHASE3 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2026-01-13)
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>).
- Sphingosine-1-phosphate Solubility in DMSO
- Sphingosine-1-phosphate Stock Solution
- Sphingosine-1-phosphate Storage
- Sphingosine-1-phosphate Stability
- Sphingosine-1-phosphate Molecular Weight
- Sphingosine-1-phosphate CAS Number
- Sphingosine-1-phosphate Chemical Structure (2D and 3D)
- Sphingosine-1-phosphate SDS|MSDS