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Pain

197
Pipeline Programs
30
Companies
50
Clinical Trials
6
Approved Products

Pipeline by Development Stage

Preclinical
Phase 1
Phase 1/2
Phase 2
Phase 2/3
Phase 3
On Market
0
52
4
43
1
55
42
Early DiscoveryClinical DevelopmentMarket

Drug Modality Breakdown

Small Molecule
33100%
+ 341 programs with unclassified modality

On Market (6)

Approved therapies currently available

Johnson & Johnson
MEDIPRENApproved
ibuprofen
Johnson & Johnson
oral1986
Johnson & Johnson
MOTRINApproved
ibuprofen
Johnson & Johnson
oral1995
Bayer
ALEVEApproved
naproxen sodium
Bayer
oral1994
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals
CALDOLORApproved
ibuprofen
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]intravenous2009
Pfizer
BEXTRAApproved
valdecoxib
Pfizer
oral2001
Pfizer
ACHES-N-PAINApproved
ibuprofen
Pfizer
oral1987

Competitive Landscape

110 companies ranked by most advanced pipeline stage

Pfizer
PfizerNEW YORK, NY
38 programs
7
10
14
3
CelecoxibPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
morphine sulfate extended release capsulesPhase 41 trial
valdecoxibPhase 4Small Molecule3 trials
ALO-01Phase 31 trial
CelecoxibPhase 3Small Molecule1 trial
+33 more programs
Active Trials
NCT01186887Completed40Est. Apr 2013
NCT01045993Completed61Est. Jul 2010
NCT01103739Completed24Est. May 2010
+38 more trials
ViiV Healthcare
20 programs
10
3
4
2
IODEX® balmPhase 4
Paracetamol and caffeinePhase 4
1% diclofenac sodium plus 3% mentholPhase 3
Diclofenac diethylamine 2.32% gelPhase 3
Paracetamol 1000 mg SR tabletsPhase 3
+15 more programs
Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & JohnsonNEW BRUNSWICK, NJ
13 programs
1
DAPPERN/A1 trial
IbuprofenPHASE_1Small Molecule5 trials
JNJ-39439335, PlaceboPHASE_11 trial
ULTRAM ERPHASE_12 trials
440 mg naproxen sodium with 1000 mg acetaminophenPHASE_21 trial
+8 more programs
Active Trials
NCT04091347Completed34Est. Nov 2023
NCT02830178Completed144,337Est. Sep 2016
NCT01932554Withdrawn0Est. Mar 2015
+19 more trials
Oregon Therapeutics
1
1
6
Hydrocodone/acetaminophenPhase 41 trial
LidocainePhase 41 trial
MidazolamPhase 41 trial
Paracervical block technique with lidocainePhase 41 trial
Tart Cherry JuicePhase 41 trial
+6 more programs
Active Trials
NCT00121329Completed80Est. Dec 2004
NCT00613821Completed80Est. May 2008
NCT00613925Completed73Est. Jan 2011
+7 more trials
Sandoz
8 programs
1
1
4
1% diclofenac sodium gelPhase 41 trial
LumiracoxibPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
LumiracoxibPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
Zoledronic acid in combination with therapyPhase 41 trial
Zoledronic acidPhase 31 trial
+3 more programs
Active Trials
NCT00881231Completed26Est. Feb 2004
NCT00857428Completed50Est. Dec 2007
NCT00857142Completed32Est. Dec 2007
+6 more trials
Boston Scientific
3
1
PrecisionPhase 41 trial
CryoablationPhase 11 trial
CryoablationPhase 11 trial
CryoablationPhase 11 trial
CryoablationN/A1 trial
+2 more programs
Active Trials
NCT02511678Completed73Est. Mar 2018
NCT00387244Terminated7Est. Apr 2008
NCT01719055Recruiting4,800Est. May 2035
+4 more trials
Cumberland Pharmaceuticals
2
5
IV ibuprofenPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
IbuprofenPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
Intravenous ibuprofenPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
Intravenous ibuprofenPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
OfirmevPhase 41 trial
+2 more programs
Active Trials
NCT00470600Completed185Est. Sep 2008
NCT00225732Completed319Est. Jan 2008
NCT01901393Completed100Est. Aug 2014
+4 more trials
MSD
6 programs
1
2
2
MK0966; rofecoxibPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
etoricoxibPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
EtoricoxibePhase 31 trial
MK0966; rofecoxibPhase 3Small Molecule1 trial
Etoricoxib 60 mgPhase 21 trial
+1 more programs
Active Trials
NCT00715598Completed213Est. Aug 2010
NCT00746720Terminated23Est. Dec 2010
NCT00716833Terminated87Est. Dec 2011
+3 more trials
Sharp Therapeutics
1
2
2
MK0966; rofecoxibPhase 4Small Molecule
etoricoxibPhase 4Small Molecule
EtoricoxibePhase 3
MK0966; rofecoxibPhase 3Small Molecule
Etoricoxib 60 mgPhase 2
+1 more programs
Bausch Health
Bausch HealthQUEBEC, Quebec, Canada
6 programs
1
4
1
VitrasePhase 41 trial
Bromfenac Ophthalmic SolutionPhase 31 trial
Bromfenac Ophthalmic SolutionPhase 31 trial
VitrasePhase 31 trial
bromfenac ophthalmic solutionPhase 31 trial
+1 more programs
Active Trials
NCT00384410Unknown16
NCT00853970Completed299Est. Dec 2009
NCT01367249Completed440Est. Dec 2011
+3 more trials
UNION therapeutics
2
NalbuphinePhase 41 trial
Parecoxib and CelecoxibPhase 4Small Molecule1 trial
10xN/A1 trial
Nonpharmacological methodN/A1 trial
PropofolN/A1 trial
Active Trials
NCT02972229Unknown60Est. Nov 2019
NCT06279481Unknown98Est. Dec 2024
NCT04691076Unknown1,000Est. Feb 2022
+2 more trials
Bausch + Lomb
Bausch + LombNJ - Bridgewater
5 programs
4
1
VitrasePhase 4
Bromfenac Ophthalmic SolutionPhase 3
Bromfenac Ophthalmic SolutionPhase 3
VitrasePhase 3
bromfenac ophthalmic solutionPhase 3
Innovation Pharmaceuticals
1
FentanylPhase 41 trial
Manage My Pain AppN/A1 trial
Skin Conductance MonitorN/A1 trial
epigenetic longitudinal wavesN/A1 trial
Active Trials
NCT05946239Completed196Est. Dec 2023
NCT02276703Completed30Est. Jun 2017
NCT04461470Unknown5,000Est. Sep 2024
+1 more trials
Lotus Pharmaceuticals
2
1
1% diclofenac sodium gelPhase 4
KetaminePhase 21 trial
TRV130Phase 21 trial
Active Trials
NCT02356965Completed80Est. Feb 2015
NCT02335294Completed200Est. Aug 2015
iNova Pharmaceuticals
1
Liposomal BupivicainePhase 41 trial
NeuroCupleN/A1 trial
Active Trials
NCT07185425Recruiting180Est. Sep 2027
NCT02499159Completed100Est. Jul 2017
Astellas
AstellasChina - Shenyang
2 programs
1
Topical High dose CapsaicinPhase 41 trial
Topical Local Anaesthesia and Cooling During Capsaicin 8% Patch ApplicationN/A1 trial
Active Trials
NCT01523951Completed12Est. Mar 2012
NCT02570841Completed20Est. Sep 2015
Bayer
BayerLEVERKUSEN, Germany
2 programs
1
1
Paracervical Nerve BlockPhase 41 trial
ALEVE(naproxen)Phase 15 trials
Active Trials
NCT06511973Completed42Est. Aug 2024
NCT06415019Completed236Est. Aug 2024
NCT05485805Completed541Est. Jan 2024
+3 more trials
EMS
1 program
1
DEC103Phase 41 trial
Active Trials
NCT05800392Completed120Est. Dec 2023
Lundbeck
1 program
1
escitalopramPhase 41 trial
Active Trials
NCT00162968Completed50Est. Apr 2007
Abbott
AbbottABBOTT PARK, IL
9 programs
6
1
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen Extended-ReleasePhase 31 trial
ABT-712 Extended-releasePhase 21 trial
Extended-Release Hydrocodone/AcetaminophenPhase 21 trial
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen Extended ReleasePhase 21 trial
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen Extended ReleasePhase 21 trial
+4 more programs
Active Trials
NCT04873817Completed184Est. Mar 2023
NCT01305525Completed614Est. Apr 2014
NCT00935311Completed122Est. Aug 2009
+6 more trials
Purdue Pharma
6 programs
1
1
3
Buprenorphine transdermal systemPhase 31 trial
Oxycodone HCl controlled-release tabletsPhase 31 trial
Oxycodone hydrochloride controlled-release tabletsPhase 31 trial
HYD tabletsPhase 21 trial
V116517 aqueous suspensionPhase 11 trial
+1 more programs
Active Trials
NCT02796625Completed80Est. Jul 2018
NCT02695745Completed37Est. Jan 2012
NCT02542098Withdrawn0Est. Jul 2019
+3 more trials
Charleston Laboratories
1
4
CL-108Phase 31 trial
CL-108Phase 31 trial
CL-108Phase 31 trial
CL-108 5 mgPhase 31 trial
CL-108Phase 11 trial
Active Trials
NCT02712554Completed40Est. Sep 2015
NCT02462850Completed178Est. Feb 2015
NCT02462811Completed552Est. Aug 2015
+2 more trials
Genentech
4 programs
1
1
2
ibandronate [Bondronat]Phase 31 trial
ibandronate [Bondronat]Phase 31 trial
ibandronate [Bondronat]Phase 21 trial
Eye injection by 30 or 32 gauge needlePhase 11 trial
Active Trials
NCT02142114Unknown200Est. Jul 2016
NCT00478270Withdrawn0Est. Feb 2008
NCT00099203Terminated163Est. Dec 2007
+1 more trials
Otsuka
4 programs
4
NabiximolsPhase 31 trial
NabiximolsPhase 31 trial
NabiximolsPhase 31 trial
NabiximolsPhase 31 trial
Active Trials
NCT01361607Completed399Est. Nov 2014
NCT01424566Completed406Est. Dec 2015
NCT01262651Completed397Est. Jul 2015
+1 more trials
Orion
2 programs
2
IbuprofenPhase 3Small Molecule
IbuprofenPhase 3Small Molecule
Orion Pharma
2 programs
2
IbuprofenPhase 3Small Molecule1 trial
IbuprofenPhase 3Small Molecule1 trial
Active Trials
NCT01562717Completed62Est. Oct 2012
NCT01563289Completed62Est. Jul 2012
Halozyme Therapeutics
1
HylenexPhase 31 trial
Active Trials
NCT00593281Completed13Est. Oct 2006
Syneos Health
1 program
1
TV-46763Phase 31 trial
Active Trials
NCT02487108Completed569Est. Mar 2016
Alliance Pharmaceuticals
1 program
1
lidocainePhase 31 trial
Active Trials
NCT00058357Completed30Est. Jul 2007
Acura Pharmaceuticals
1
oxycodone/niacinPhase 3

+80 more companies

Trial Timeline

Clinical trial activity over time

2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
Johnson & JohnsonIbuprofen
Johnson & JohnsonAcetaminophen
Johnson & JohnsonAcetaminophen
Johnson & JohnsonAcetaminophen
EMSDEC103
Bayernaproxen
UNION therapeuticsNalbuphine
Bayernaproxen
Bayernaproxen
Cumberland PharmaceuticalsIbuprofen
AstellasTopical High dose Capsaicin
BayerParacervical Nerve Block
UNION therapeuticsParecoxib and Celecoxib
iNova PharmaceuticalsLiposomal Bupivicaine
Sandoz1% diclofenac sodium gel

Showing 15 of 50 trials with date data

Clinical Trials (50)

Total enrollment: 8,383 patients across 50 trials

An Effectiveness and Safety Study of Acetaminophen 1000 mg and Ibuprofen 400 mg in Postoperative Dental Pain.

Est. completion: Feb 2004222 patients
Phase 4Completed

An Effectiveness and Safety Study of Acetaminophen Extended Release Caplets in Treating Muscle Aches and Soreness That Occur After a Marathon Race

Est. completion: Feb 2004665 patients
Phase 4Completed

An Effectiveness and Safety Study of Acetaminophen 1000 mg and Ibuprofen 400 mg in Postoperative Dental Pain

Est. completion: Feb 2004224 patients
Phase 4Completed

ULTRACET (Tramadol Hydrochloride and Acetaminophen) for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain.

Est. completion: Jun 2005277 patients
Phase 4Completed

Efficacy and Safety of DEC103 in Pain Control Associated to Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion

Start: Sep 2023Est. completion: Dec 2023120 patients
Phase 4Completed

Study to Collect Information on How Well the Study Drug Naproxen Sodium Tablets Works Compared to Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen Tablets in Order to Relieve Pain in Participants Experiencing Moderate to Severe Pain After Having Their Wisdom Teeth Removed

Start: Mar 2020Est. completion: Oct 2020221 patients
Phase 4Completed

The 90% Effective Dose of Nalbuphine in Mechanical Ventilated Patients in the ICU

Start: Oct 2018Est. completion: Oct 201960 patients
Phase 4Unknown

A Study to Assess Menstrual Cramp Pain Associated With Primary Dysmenorrhea

Start: Apr 2018Est. completion: Sep 2018201 patients
Phase 4Completed

A Trial to Compare the Duration of Analgesic Efficacy and Safety of Naproxen Sodium Tablets and Ibuprofen Tablets in Postsurgical Dental Pain

Start: Feb 2018Est. completion: Jul 2018387 patients
Phase 4Completed

Safety and Pharmacokinetic Study of Intravenous Ibuprofen in Pediatric Patients

Start: Aug 2017Est. completion: Jul 201930 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT02570841AstellasTopical High dose Capsaicin

Pain Thresholds Under High-dose Topical Capsaicin

Start: Feb 2015Est. completion: Sep 201520 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT02352714BayerParacervical Nerve Block

Study of Pain Control With Hormonal IUS Insertion

Start: Jan 2015Est. completion: Jul 201698 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT02198924UNION therapeuticsParecoxib and Celecoxib

Efficacy and Safety of Postoperative Intravenous Parecoxib Sodium Followed by Oral Celecoxib in Osteoarthritis Patients

Start: Dec 2014Est. completion: Dec 2016246 patients
Phase 4Completed

Pain Management in Response to Exparel vs. Standard Bupivicaine

Start: Dec 2014Est. completion: Jul 2017100 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT02087748Sandoz1% diclofenac sodium gel

An Investigator Initiated, Within-Subject, Proof of Concept Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of Voltaren Gel in Subjects With DOMS

Start: Mar 2014Est. completion: May 201424 patients
Phase 4Completed

Efficacy of Intravenous Ibuprofen Compared to Intravenous Ketorolac for Pain Control Following Arthroscopic Knee Surgery

Start: Jul 2013Est. completion: Aug 2014100 patients
Phase 4Completed

Evaluation of Oral Midazolam in First-trimester Surgical Abortions

Start: Apr 2013Est. completion: Jan 2014124 patients
Phase 4Completed

Caldolor Versus Caldolor Plus OFIRMEV in Total Knee or Hip Arthroplasty Surgeries

Start: Dec 2012Est. completion: Dec 201478 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT01466491Oregon TherapeuticsParacervical block technique with lidocaine

Refining Paracervical Block Techniques for Pain Control in First Trimester Surgical Abortion

Start: Oct 2011Est. completion: May 2013332 patients
Phase 4Completed

Surgical Surveillance Trial to Evaluate a Shortened Infusion Time of Intravenous Ibuprofen

Start: Jun 2011Est. completion: Jan 2013300 patients
Phase 4Completed

Surveillance Trial to Evaluate a Shortened Infusion Time of Intravenous Ibuprofen

Start: Jun 2011Est. completion: Oct 2012150 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT01315886OrexoSL fentanyl

Conversion From Fast Acting Oral Opioids to Abstral®

Start: Feb 2011Est. completion: Dec 20118 patients
Phase 4Terminated
NCT01330459Oregon TherapeuticsHydrocodone/acetaminophen

Hydrocodone For Pain Control in First Trimester Surgical Abortion

Start: Feb 2011Est. completion: Oct 2011121 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT00763685MSDetoricoxib

Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Pre-operative Administration of Etoricoxib 120 mg, Etoricoxib 120 mg and Paracetamol 1 g Combination or Placebo in the Treatment of Postoperative Pain in Patients Undergoing Gynaecologic Laparoscopic Surgery

Start: Jun 2010Est. completion: Nov 201140 patients
Phase 4Terminated
NCT01073982Oregon Therapeuticstart cultivar Montmorency cherry juice

Efficacy of Tart Cherry Juice to Reduce Pain and Inflammation Among Patients With Inflammatory Osteoarthritis

Start: Feb 2010Est. completion: Jan 201120 patients
Phase 4Completed

Celecoxib Efficacy And Safety Versus Diclofenac In Acute Pain Due To Cervical Sprain Related To A Traffic Accident

Start: Nov 2009Est. completion: Jan 20108 patients
Phase 4Terminated

Intranasal Fentanyl as an Analgesic for Cystoscopic Procedures

Start: May 2009Est. completion: Feb 201471 patients
Phase 4Completed

An Efficacy and Safety Study of Tramadol/Acetaminophen Versus Diclofenac in the Treatment of Pain in Participants With Ankylosing Spondylitis Receiving Stable Treatment of Disease Modifying Anti-rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)

Start: Oct 2008Est. completion: Mar 20098 patients
Phase 4Terminated
NCT00766675Johnson & JohnsonTramadol hydrochloride

An Efficacy Study of Combination of Tramadol and Acetaminophen Tablets in the Treatment of Participants With Fibromyalgia Pain

Start: Oct 2008Est. completion: Apr 200980 patients
Phase 4Completed

Hood to Coast Injury Study

Start: Aug 2008Est. completion: Jun 200965 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT00640042Pfizermorphine sulfate extended release capsules

Evaluation of Risk Minimization, Assessment and Outcomes in Patients With Chronic Pain Taking Avinza

Start: Mar 2008Est. completion: Dec 20081,570 patients
Phase 4Completed

Evaluate Analgesic/Sedative Efficacy of Naproxen Sodium and Diphenhydramine

Start: Jan 2008Est. completion: Feb 2008162 patients
Phase 4Completed

Intrauterine Lidocaine Infusion for Essure Sterilization Procedures

Start: May 2007Est. completion: Jun 200858 patients
Phase 4Completed

A Comparative Study of Tramadol Hydrochloride Plus Acetaminophen Tablets Maintenance Versus Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Maintenance in Participants With Knee Osteoarthritis

Start: May 2007Est. completion: Apr 2009143 patients
Phase 4Completed

A Study to Compare Safety and Efficacy of Tramadol Hydrochloride/Acetaminophen With Gabapentin in Participants With Diabetic Neuropathy

Start: Dec 2006Est. completion: Oct 2008162 patients
Phase 4Completed

Effect of Pulse Width With Spinal Cord Stimulation

Start: Nov 2006Est. completion: Nov 200721 patients
Phase 4Completed

Efficacy and Safety of Lumiracoxib 400 mg in Arthroscopic Knee Surgery

Start: Aug 2006110 patients
Phase 4Completed

Efficacy of Lumiracoxib in Relieving Moderate to Severe Post-dental Surgery Pain, Compared to Both Placebo and Celecoxib

Start: Feb 2006364 patients
Phase 4Completed

An Open Label Study to Evaluate Safety, Tolerability and Clinical Utility of ULTRACET® (37.5mg Tramadol Hydrochloride/325mg Acetaminophen) for the Treatment of Breakthrough Pain in Cancer Patients

Start: Dec 2005Est. completion: Feb 200760 patients
Phase 4Completed

A Study of the Tolerability of Titrated Dose Tramadol/Acetaminophen Combination Tablet in Korean Patients With Osteoarthritis

Start: Aug 2005Est. completion: May 2006250 patients
Phase 4Completed

Escitalopram as a Treatment for Pain in Polyneuropathy

Start: Dec 2004Est. completion: Apr 200750 patients
Phase 4Completed

Evaluation of Vitrase as an Adjuvant to Increase Absorption and Dispersion of Other Injected Anesthetics

Start: Sep 2004Est. completion: Mar 200540 patients
Phase 4Completed

Effect of Valdecoxib Pretreatment on Pain and Secondary Hyperalgesia in Healthy Volunteers

Start: Aug 2004Est. completion: Apr 200620 patients
Phase 4Completed

A Study of Safety and Effectiveness of Ultracet in Patients With Chronic Cancer Pain

Start: Jul 2004Est. completion: Apr 200735 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT00140920MSDMK0966; rofecoxib

A Study of Rofecoxib in the Treatment of Post-Operative Pain After Total Knee Joint Replacement (0966-259)

Start: May 2004Est. completion: Sep 200411 patients
Phase 4Terminated

A Double-blind, Double-dummy, Multicenter, Randomized Study of the Efficacy and Tolerability of Valdecoxib 40 mg Versus Rofecoxib 50 mg in Treating the Symptoms of Ankle Sprain

Start: Jun 2003Est. completion: Oct 200445 patients
Phase 4Terminated
NCT00240838Johnson & Johnsonacetaminophen extended release caplets

An Effectiveness and Safety Study Comparing Acetaminophen (3900 mg/Day) to Ibuprofen (1200 mg/Day) in the Treatment of Post-Race Muscle Soreness.

Start: May 2003Est. completion: Jun 2003483 patients
Phase 4Completed

A Multi-Center, Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel Group Study To Compare The Efficacy And Tolerability Of Valdecoxib And Diclofenac In Patients With A Sprained Ankle

Start: Dec 2002Est. completion: Oct 2003202 patients
Phase 4Completed
NCT00171964SandozZoledronic acid in combination with therapy

Efficacy and Tolerability of Zoledronic Acid With Radiotherapy in Pts With Advanced Osteolytic Bone Lesions

Start: May 2002Est. completion: Dec 200875 patients
Phase 4Completed

Efficacy and Tolerability of Nolotil i.v. vs. Placebo i.v. in the Prevention of Postoperative Pain in Children Undergoing Minor Surgery

Start: Mar 2002122 patients
Phase 4Completed

Phase Legend

PreclinicalLab & animal studies
Phase 1Safety & dosing
Phase 2Efficacy testing
Phase 3Large-scale trials
On MarketApproved & available

Key Insights

55 late-stage (Phase 3) programs, potential near-term approvals
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