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Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur

Phase 3

Diabetic Macular Edema | Small molecule | Ophthalmology |ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.|Trials Updated: May 18, 2026

Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur development status

Highest phase Phase 3
Registered trials 1 across 1 sponsor since Jan 2001

Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as fluocinolone acetonide

Success Probability

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindSHAM_CONTROLLED
Total Trials5
Total Enrollment1,719

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur clinical trials

Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur · 5 trials · 4 indications

Phase 3 4Phase 2 1
NCT05844982Intravitreal Faricimab Injections or Fluocinolone Acetonide (0.19 mg) Intravitreal Implants vs Observation for Prevention of VA Loss Due to Radiation RetinopathyRadiation Retinopathy
RECRUITING600 Analytics
NCT01304706Fluocinolone Acetonide in Diabetic Macular Edema (FAME) Extension StudyDiabetic Macular Edema
COMPLETED120 Analytics
NCT00344968Fluocinolone Acetonide Implant Compared to Sham Injection in Patients With Diabetic Macular EdemaDiabetic Macular Edema
COMPLETED956 Analytics
NCT00490815Pharmacokinetic and Efficacy Study of Fluocinolone Acetonide Inserts in Patients With Diabetic Macular EdemaDiabetic Macular Edema
COMPLETED37 Analytics
PHASE3RECRUITING
Intravitreal Faricimab Injections or Fluocinolone Acetonide (0.19 mg) Intravitreal Implants vs Observation for Prevention of VA Loss Due to Radiation Retinopathy
Radiation RetinopathyUnlock trial analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Fluocinolone Acetonide in Diabetic Macular Edema (FAME) Extension Study
Diabetic Macular EdemaUnlock trial analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Fluocinolone Acetonide Implant Compared to Sham Injection in Patients With Diabetic Macular Edema
Diabetic Macular EdemaUnlock trial analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Pharmacokinetic and Efficacy Study of Fluocinolone Acetonide Inserts in Patients With Diabetic Macular Edema
Diabetic Macular EdemaUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change in visual acuity from baseline
from baseline at 3 years

Visual acuity is measured as a continuous integer letter score from 0 to 100, with higher numbers indicating better visual acuity. A letter score of 85 is approximately 20/20 and a letter score of 70 is approximately 20/40, the legal unrestricted driving limit in most states. A 5-letter change for an individual is approximately equal to a 1-line change on a vision chart.

Loss of 15 or more letters of visual acuity from baseline
from baseline at 3 years

Visual acuity is measured as a continuous integer letter score from 0 to 100, with higher numbers indicating better visual acuity. A letter score of 85 is approximately 20/20 and a letter score of 70 is approximately 20/40, the legal unrestricted driving limit in most states. A 5-letter change for an individual is approximately equal to a 1-line change on a vision chart.

Number of Participants With Adverse Events
12 months

This is a measurement of the number of subjects who experienced an adverse event and/or a serious adverse event during the trial.

Visual Acuity
36 months

The percentage of subjects with an increase from baseline of 15 or more letters in best corrected visual acuity letter score as assessed by ETDRS eye chart (study eye).

Levels of Fluocinolone Acetonide in Plasma and Aqueous Humor
over 36 months

This was a combined assessment of the levels of fluocinolone acetonide in the plasma and aqueous humor. The average values of the data collected is entered in Outcome Data.

Mean Change From Baseline in Visual Acuity
6 mos

Visual acuity is measured using ETDRS charts at 4 meters.

Secondary Endpoints

Retinal Thickness
36 months
Number of Patients Developing Cataracts
6 mos
Change in IOP From Baseline
6 mos
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingSINGLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposePREVENTION

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Intravitreal faricimabACTIVE_COMPARATORStudy eyes assigned to receive faricimab will receive a dose of 6.0 mg of faricimab. Faricimab is supplied in a single use vial.
Fluocinolone Acetonide Intravitreal ImplantsACTIVE_COMPARATORStudy eyes assigned to receive fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant will receive a dose of 0.19 mg fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant (Iluvien). The implant is supplied in a sterile single use applicator with a 25-gauge needle
ObservationNO_INTERVENTION -
Fluocinolone AcetonideEXPERIMENTAL -
1EXPERIMENTAL -
2EXPERIMENTAL -
3SHAM_COMPARATOR -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
FaricimabDRUG6.0 mg intravitreal injection at randomization and every 3 months
fluocinolone acetonideDRUG0.19 mg fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant (Iluvien) at randomization and at 24 months
Standard of care laser photocoagulationPROCEDURELaser photocoagulation
Fluocinolone Acetonide/MedidurDRUG0.2 ug/day implant
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites23

Key Inclusion Criteria * Primary uveal melanoma (excluding iris melanoma) receiving primary treatment with plaque brachytherapy * Absence of unrelated cause of visual loss * Baseline visual acuity ≥ 34 letters (20/200 Snellen equivalent or better) * Posterior tumor margin \>0 mm from the center of ...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur

What is Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur?

Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur is an investigational small molecule therapy being developed by ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (ticker: ANIP) for ophthalmic conditions. It is designed for intravitreal administration and is being studied in age related macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and radiation retinopathy. The program is in Phase 2 development.

What is Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur used for?

Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur is being studied for the treatment of age related macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and radiation retinopathy. These are retinal conditions that can lead to visual impairment. The drug is not yet approved and remains in clinical development.

Who is developing Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur?

Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur is being developed by ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc., which trades under the ticker ANIP. The company is the sponsor of the clinical program evaluating this therapy in ophthalmology indications.

What phase is Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur in?

Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur is in Phase 2 development. It is an investigational therapy and has not been approved by the FDA. The program includes completed Phase 2 and Phase 3 trials as well as one ongoing Phase 3 study.

What clinical trials is Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur in?

Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur has been evaluated in several clinical trials. The ongoing study is NCT05844982, a Phase 3 trial in radiation retinopathy. Completed trials include NCT01304706 and NCT00490815 in diabetic macular edema, and NCT00605423, a Phase 2 pilot in age related macular degeneration.

Is Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur the same as fluocinolone acetonide?

Yes, Fluocinolone Acetonide/Medidur is also known as fluocinolone acetonide. Medidur refers to the sustained-release delivery formulation of fluocinolone acetonide. Searches for either name refer to the same investigational ophthalmic asset developed by ANI Pharmaceuticals.