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SORILUX (calcipotriene)

Immunology Approved 2010-10-06

Sorilux is a topical foam used to manage plaque psoriasis on the scalp and body. It helps both adults and children as young as four years old who are dealing with this skin condition. As a vitamin D analog, it provides a localized option for patients needing to treat these specific areas.

Source: FDA Label • MAYNE PHARMA • Vitamin D Analog

How SORILUX Works

This medication works as a synthetic form of vitamin D3 that binds to receptors in the body much like natural vitamin D3 does. While its specific biological pathway for improving psoriasis symptoms is currently unknown, it mimics the binding activity of the natural vitamin.

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Indications
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Phase 3 Trials
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Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2010-10-06
Patent Cliff
2028

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Routes
TOPICAL
Dosage Forms
AEROSOL, FOAM

Companies

Active Ingredient: CALCIPOTRIENE

SORILUX Approval History

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Original
New Indication
New Form
Label Update
7 FDA actions from 2010 to 2019 · 3 indication expansions
Nov 2019 SUPPL
Efficacy
May 2019 SUPPL
Efficacy
Jul 2015 SUPPL
Mfg · Manufacturing (CMC)

What SORILUX Treats

1 indications

SORILUX is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2010. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Plaque Psoriasis
Source: FDA Label

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Clinical Trial Registry

9 trials
Trial Sponsor ID Phase Status Title
NCT07352566 25-43621 Ph 4 not yet recruiting Utilization of a Microdevice for Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis
NCT05699603 NCI-2023-00310 P30CA023074, UG1CA242596 Ph 2 active not recruiting Testing the Efficacy of Topical Calcipotriene Plus 5-Fluorouracil Combination to Activate the Immune System Against Precancerous Skin Lesions in Organ Transplant Recipients
NCT03370406 STUDY19090229 5P50CA121973-10 Ph 1 recruiting Intralesional 5-Fluorouracil (5FU), Topical Calcipotriene Treatment for SCC
NCT01188928 results posted LEO 80185-G23 Ph 3 completed LEO 80185 in the Treatment of Psoriasis Vulgaris on the Non-scalp Regions of the Body (Trunk and/or Limbs)
NCT01268527 results posted E6201-E044-204 2009-014815-11 Ph 2 completed A 12-Day Randomized, Blinded, Vehicle and Active Comparator-Controlled Study to Determine the Efficacy and Safety of Six Concentrations of Topical E6201 Gel in Subjects With Psoriasis Vulgaris
NCT01694433 results posted 1R01AR053542-01A2 1R01AR053542-01A2 Ph 2, Ph 3 completed "Clinical Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Vitamin D for Acne Therapy"
NCT03448081 SNA-120-202 Ph 2 completed Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of SNA-120 for Treatment of Pruritus and Psoriasis in Subjects Treated With Calcipotriene
NCT02680717 730382-2 Ph 1 withdrawn Comparative Effectiveness Trial in the Treatment of Pediatric Plaque Morphea
NCT01745133 results posted OLX0112 Ph 4 completed Olux E Foam and Sorilux Foam Combination Therapy for the Maintenance of Treatment Response in Patients With Moderate Plaque Psoriasis
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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.

SORILUX FDA Label Details

Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

SORILUX is indicated for the treatment of Plaque Psoriasis.

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2 OB patents · 2 families · 24 international docs across 9 countries

SORILUX Patents & Exclusivity

Latest Patent: May 2028

Patents (2 active)

US8263580 Expires May 7, 2028
US8629128 Expires May 26, 2026
Source: FDA Orange Book

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