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Alprazolam

Phase 2FDA approved

Undisclosed | Small molecule | Other |Viatris Inc.|Trials Updated: Apr 24, 2024

Alprazolam development status

FDA approval on record Jan 17, 2003 as Xanax Xr
Approval holderUpjohn
ApplicationNDA021434
Highest phase Phase 2 (NCT00245609)
Phase scored for VTRSPhase 1
Registered trials 11 across 6 sponsors since Oct 2005

Label indication Alprazolam XR is indicated for the treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia, in adults. Alprazolam XR is a benzodiazepine indicated for the treatment of panic disorder with or without agoraphobia, in adults. ( 1 ) FDA label

Alprazolam target and mechanism

Molecular targetGABRA1, GABRB2, GABRG2, GABRB3, GABRA4, GABRG3
Target classPositive Allosteric Modulator
ModalitySmall molecule
ChEMBLCHEMBL661

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Trial Design

RandomizedACTIVE_CONTROLLED
Total Trials3
Total Enrollment66

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Alprazolam clinical trials

Alprazolam · 3 trials · 1 indication

Phase 1 3
NCT00647894Fasting Study of Alprazolam Extended-Release Tablets 1 mg to Xanax XR Tablets 1 mgHealthy
COMPLETED24 Analytics
NCT00647634Fasting Study of Alprazolam Extended-Release Tablets 3 mg to Xanax XR® Tablets 3 mgHealthy
COMPLETED21 Analytics
NCT00650299Fed Study of Alprazolam Extended-release Tablets 3 mg to Xanax XR® Tablets 3 mgHealthy
COMPLETED21 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
Fasting Study of Alprazolam Extended-Release Tablets 1 mg to Xanax XR Tablets 1 mg
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Fasting Study of Alprazolam Extended-Release Tablets 3 mg to Xanax XR® Tablets 3 mg
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Fed Study of Alprazolam Extended-release Tablets 3 mg to Xanax XR® Tablets 3 mg
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Bioequivalence
within 30 days
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeOTHER

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
1EXPERIMENTALAlprazolam Extended-Release Tablets 1 mg
2ACTIVE_COMPARATORXanax XR Tablets 1 mg

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Alprazolam Extended-Release Tablets 1 mgDRUG -
Xanax XR Tablets 1 mgDRUG -
Alprazolam Extended-Release Tablets 3 mgDRUG3mg, single dose fasting
Xanax XR® Tablets (3 mgDRUG3mg, single dose fasting
Xanax XR® Tablets 3 mgDRUG3mg, single dose fed
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersYes
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: * 1\. Age: 18 years and older. 2. Sex: Male and/or non-pregnant, non-lactating female. 1. Women of childbearing potential must have negative serum beta human chorionic gonadotropin (beta-HCG) pregnancy tests performed within 14 days prior to the start of the study and on the ...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Alprazolam

What is Alprazolam?

Alprazolam is a small molecule drug developed by Viatris Inc. (ticker VTRS). It is being studied in Phase 1 clinical development. The specific therapeutic indication for this program is undisclosed. Alprazolam is also known as Alprazolam Extended-release Tablets 3 mg, Alprazolam Extended-Release Tablets 3 mg, and Alprazolam Extended-Release Tablets 1 mg.

What does Alprazolam target?

Alprazolam targets GABRA1, GABRB2, GABRG2, GABRB3, GABRA4, and GABRG3. It acts as a positive allosteric modulator. These targets are subunits of the GABA-A receptor complex. By binding at an allosteric site, the drug modulates receptor activity rather than directly activating it.

Who makes Alprazolam?

Alprazolam is developed by Viatris Inc., which trades under the ticker symbol VTRS. Viatris is the sponsor of the clinical program for this extended-release formulation. The company is responsible for the development and regulatory strategy for Alprazolam.

What phase is Alprazolam in?

Alprazolam is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by the FDA for the undisclosed indication being studied. All three of its registered trials are Phase 1 studies that have been completed, with no active trials currently ongoing.

What clinical trials is Alprazolam in?

Alprazolam has been studied in three completed Phase 1 trials: NCT00650299, NCT00647894, and NCT00647634. All three were conducted in the United States in healthy adult volunteers. Total enrollment across the trials was 66 participants. The studies were randomized and active-controlled, comparing Alprazolam extended-release tablets to Xanax XR tablets.

Is Alprazolam the same as Xanax XR?

Alprazolam extended-release tablets are the investigational formulation developed by Viatris Inc. Xanax XR tablets were used as the active comparator in the clinical trials. The trials directly compared Alprazolam extended-release tablets at 1 mg and 3 mg doses against Xanax XR tablets at matching doses.