Clinical Trials

Multiple clinical trials evaluate tirofiban across Phase I, Phase III, Phase IV, and unassigned phase classifications for conditions including ST-elevation myocardial infarction, acute myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease, and renal insufficiency. Sponsored by diverse academic institutions, healthcare systems, and pharmaceutical organizations, these investigations assess various dosing regimens, pharmacokinetics, and antiplatelet strategies. The recruitment statuses across these studies encompass completed, not yet recruiting, and unknown status.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT05793671 Not yet recruiting
STEMI
Assiut University
2023-04-01 Not Applicable
NCT03797729 Unknown status
ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction
Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital
2019-05-14 Phase 4
NCT01766154 Completed
Renal Insufficiency
Medicure
2013-01 Phase 1
NCT01336348 Completed
ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction
Università degli Studi di Ferrara
2010-04 Phase 3
NCT00407771 Unknown status
Coronary Artery Disease
Jordan Hospital|Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
2007-11 Phase 4
NCT00538317 Completed
Acute Myocardial Infarction
Hospices Civils de Lyon
2007-07 Phase 4

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

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Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Tirofiban selectively binds to the platelet glycoprotein IIb/IIIa (GPIIb/IIIa) receptor with an IC50 of 9 nM, thereby competitively blocking fibrinogen binding and preventing cross-linking between adjacent platelets. This inhibition suppresses platelet aggregation and thrombus formation, mitigating ischemic complications in clinical settings such as acute myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease.

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.