Clinical Trials

Several clinical trials evaluate the therapeutic potential of trifluoperazine across neuropsychiatric, gastrointestinal, and hematologic conditions, spanning Phase 1 through Phase 4 investigations sponsored by academic psychiatric hospitals, independent medical researchers, and industry sponsors such as Janssen Scientific Affairs. Completed trials have evaluated trifluoperazine as a primary or adjunctive treatment for schizophrenia. Additionally, active recruitment is ongoing for a Phase 2/3 trial targeting functional dyspepsia, whereas a Phase 1/2 study assessing red blood cell transfusion-dependent Diamond Blackfan anemia and pure red cell aplasia was terminated.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT07008235 RECRUITING
Functional Dyspepsia
Md. Moktadirul Hoque Shuvo
2025-07-01 PHASE2; PHASE3
NCT03966053 TERMINATED
Diamond Blackfan Anemia; Pure Red Cell Aplasia
Adrianna Vlachos, MD
2019-09-13 PHASE1; PHASE2
NCT02704962 COMPLETED
Schizophrenia
Kaohsiung Kai-Suan Psychiatric Hospital
2012-01 PHASE4

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2026-05-07)

Check the Trifluoperazine 2HCl product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Trifluoperazine functions as a potent dopamine D2 receptor inhibitor (IC50 = 1.1 nM) and calmodulin antagonist, effectively blocking downstream dopaminergic signal transduction and calmodulin-dependent enzymatic pathways. This intracellular inhibition modulates neuronal signaling and cellular activation, providing the biological foundation for its therapeutic relevance in schizophrenia and functional dyspepsia.

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.