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Orelabrutinib

Phase 3

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Primary Progressive | Small molecule | Neurology |Zenas BioPharma, Inc.|Last Updated: Sep 4, 2026

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetBTK
Target classInhibitor
ModalitySmall molecule

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment705

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Orelabrutinib · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 3 2
NCT07067463A Study of Orelabrutinib in Patients With Primary Progressive Multiple SclerosisMultiple Sclerosis (MS) Primary Progressive
RECRUITING705 Analytics
NCT07299019A Study of Orelabrutinib in Patients With Secondary Progressive Multiple SclerosisSecondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
RECRUITING990 Analytics
PHASE3RECRUITING
A Study of Orelabrutinib in Patients With Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Primary ProgressiveUnlock trial analytics
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A Study of Orelabrutinib in Patients With Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Time to onset of composite confirmed disability progression (cCDP) , confirmed over at least 12 weeks (12-week cCDP)
Up to approximately 120 weeks

* Expanded disability status scale (EDSS) score increase ≥ 1.0 point from baseline when the baseline score is ≤ 5.0, or ≥ 0.5 points from baseline when the baseline score is \> 5.0, OR * ≥ 20% increase in the Timed 25-Foot Walk Test (T25FWT), OR * ≥ 20% increase in the 9-hole Peg Test (9HPT)

Time to onset of confirmed disability progression (CDP) events, confirmed over at least 24 weeks
Up to approximately 120 weeks

Expanded disability status scale (EDSS) score increase ≥ 1.0 point from baseline when the baseline score is ≤ 5.0, or ≥ 0.5 points from baseline when the baseline score is \> 5.0

Secondary Endpoints

Time to onset of composite confirmed disability progression (cCDP) , confirmed over at least 24 weeks (24-week cCDP)
Up to approximately 120 weeks
Time to onset of confirmed disability progression (CDP) , confirmed over at least 24 weeks (24-week CDP)
Up to approximately 120 weeks
MRI T2 lesion
Up to approximately 120 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Orelabrutinib GroupEXPERIMENTAL -
Placebo GroupPLACEBO_COMPARATOR -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
OrelabrutinibDRUGOrally
PlaceboDRUGOrally
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 60 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites59

Inclusion Criteria: * 18 to 60 years of age, inclusive * Diagnosed with Primary Progressive MS (PPMS) according to 2017 McDonald criteria * Participant must have documented evidence of disability progression observed during the 24 months before screening. * Expanded disability status scale (EDSS) s...

Countries:United StatesBulgariaCroatiaCzechiaEstoniaGeorgiaGermanyItalyNetherlandsPolandPuerto RicoRomaniaSerbiaSlovakiaSpainLithuania
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Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

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Frequently asked questions about Orelabrutinib

What is Orelabrutinib used for?

Orelabrutinib is an investigational small molecule BTK inhibitor being studied for the treatment of progressive forms of multiple sclerosis, specifically primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) and secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS). It is currently in Phase 3 clinical development and has not been approved by regulatory authorities.

What does Orelabrutinib target?

Orelabrutinib targets Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK), an enzyme involved in B cell and microglial signaling. By inhibiting BTK, Orelabrutinib is designed to modulate immune responses that contribute to neurodegeneration in progressive multiple sclerosis. It is being evaluated as a potential disease-modifying therapy for PPMS and SPMS.

Who is developing Orelabrutinib?

Orelabrutinib is being developed by Zenas BioPharma, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol ZBIO. The company is conducting Phase 3 clinical trials to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy in patients with progressive forms of multiple sclerosis.

What phase is Orelabrutinib in?

Orelabrutinib is currently in Phase 3 clinical development. Two Phase 3 trials are actively recruiting participants: one for primary progressive multiple sclerosis (NCT07067463) and one for secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (NCT07299019). The drug is investigational and has not received FDA approval.

What clinical trials is Orelabrutinib in?

Orelabrutinib is being studied in two Phase 3 trials. NCT07067463 is evaluating the drug in 705 patients with primary progressive multiple sclerosis across multiple countries. NCT07299019 is evaluating the drug in 990 patients with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis. Both trials are randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled.

Is Orelabrutinib the same as other BTK inhibitors?

Orelabrutinib is a specific BTK inhibitor developed by Zenas BioPharma. While it shares a mechanism of action with other BTK inhibitors, it is a distinct investigational compound. No alternative names for Orelabrutinib have been disclosed, and it is being studied specifically for progressive forms of multiple sclerosis.