Clinical Trials

Succinic acid has been evaluated in multiple completed clinical trials spanning Phase 1 through Phase 3, as well as non-applicable phase designations. Sponsored by pharmaceutical entities alongside academic and government institutions, these studies investigate diverse conditions including acute ischemic stroke, closed head trauma, peripheral vascular disease, diabetic neuropathies, lead poisoning, autism, gallstone disease, obstructive jaundice, and metabolic or sleep disturbances. Overall, these evaluations assess succinic acid-containing therapeutic regimens for clinical efficacy and neurological recovery.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT05935787 COMPLETED
Stroke
POLYSAN Scientific & Technological Pharmaceutical Company
2023-06-30 PHASE3
NCT04631484 COMPLETED
Head Trauma,Closed
POLYSAN Scientific & Technological Pharmaceutical Company
2020-11-22 PHASE3
NCT05319262 Completed
Noise Exposure|Sleep Disturbance|Sleep Hygiene|Metabolic Disturbance|Cognitive Change
Göteborg University|University of Pennsylvania|University of Manitoba
2022-04-24 Not Applicable
NCT04649203 COMPLETED
Diabetic Neuropathies
POLYSAN Scientific & Technological Pharmaceutical Company
2020-11-25 PHASE3
NCT03028285 Completed
Peripheral Vascular Disease
POLYSAN Scientific & Technological Pharmaceutical Company
2016-07-15 Phase 1
NCT00811083 COMPLETED
Autism
Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine
2005-05 PHASE1; PHASE2
NCT00004838 COMPLETED
Lead Poisoning
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
1997-09

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2026-04-14)

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Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

As a key metabolic intermediate, succinic acid binds to succinate dehydrogenase and succinate receptor 1, stimulating mitochondrial electron transport and driving oxidative ATP synthesis. By restoring cellular energy homeostasis and mitigating hypoxic cell damage, this biochemical action supports metabolic recovery and tissue viability in clinical conditions such as acute stroke, head trauma, and metabolic disturbances.

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.