MICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% (micafungin sodium)
MICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% is indicated for the treatment of Candidemia; Disseminated Candidiasis; Candida Peritonitis; Abscess; Esophageal Candidiasis; Candida Infections.
How MICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% Works
Micafungin is a member of the echinocandin class of antifungal agents. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of 1,3-beta-D-glucan, an essential component of the fungal cell wall, which is not present in mammalian cells. This results in osmotic instability and cell death in susceptible Candida species.
Development Insights
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2023-09-29
- Patent Cliff
- 2037
- Routes
- INTRAVENOUS
- Dosage Forms
- SOLUTION
MICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% Approval History
What MICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% Treats
6 indicationsMICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% is approved for 6 conditions since its original approval in 2023. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Candidemia
- Disseminated Candidiasis
- Candida Peritonitis
- Abscess
- Esophageal Candidiasis
- Candida Infections
MICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% Competitive Set
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Clinical Trial Registry
1 trials| Trial | Sponsor ID | Phase | Status | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT01344681 | 4-2011-0794 | Ph 2 | completed | Micafungin Versus Intravenous Itraconazole as Empirical Antifungal Therapy for Febrile Neutropenic Patients With Hematological Diseases |
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Key Completed Trials
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Trial Timeline
Full development history with FDA approval milestones
Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.
MICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% FDA Label Details
Indications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)MICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% is indicated for the treatment of Candidemia; Disseminated Candidiasis; Candida Peritonitis; Abscess; Esophageal Candidiasis; Candida Infections.
MICAFUNGIN IN SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.9% Patents & Exclusivity
Patents (1 active)
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Revenue Insights
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- • Historical trend analysis
Patent Timeline
- • Cliff: 2037
- • 9 active patents
Trial Analysis
- • 29 total trials
- • Stage: Mature
Competitive Landscape
- • 14 similar drugs
- • Same target/indication analysis
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Data Sources
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How We Calculate These Metrics
Trial Activity Stage
Measures the current development activity pattern based on trial phases, status, and trends. Important: This measures R&D activity, not commercial lifecycle.
Trial statuses: "Active" means recruiting or ongoing. "Completed" means reached planned endpoint. "Terminated" means stopped early—often due to safety, efficacy, or business reasons.
- Growth: High proportion of early-phase trials (Phase 1/2), active development
- Expansion: Significant Phase 3 activity, approaching or pursuing approvals
- Mature: Substantial Phase 4 post-marketing studies
- Stable: Mixed phase distribution, steady development
- Declining: Low active trial ratio, reduced R&D investment