XEGLYZE
Peakabametapir
NDATOPICALLOTION
Approved
Jul 2020
Lifecycle
Peak
Competitive Pressure
0/100
Clinical Trials
5
Data completeness
4/8 — Partial
XEGLYZE (abametapir) is (5,5’-dimethyl 2,2’-bipyridinyl) is a metalloproteinase inhibitor. First approved in 2020.
Drug data last refreshed 3d ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
XEGLYZE (abametapir) is a topical lotion that treats head lice infestation through a novel metalloproteinase inhibitor mechanism. The drug targets metalloproteinases critical to lice egg development and survival, offering a new approach to a common parasitic infection. It represents a non-neurotoxic alternative in a market historically dominated by pyrethroid and organophosphate chemistries.
Peak8.6 years to LOE
Product is at peak commercial maturity with no direct generic competition pressure, suggesting stable team structure and sustained commercial investment through mid-2030s.
Mechanism of Action
(5,5’-dimethyl 2,2’-bipyridinyl) is a metalloproteinase inhibitor. Metalloproteinases have a role in physiological processes critical to egg development and survival of lice.
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Clinical Trials (5)
Ovicidal Efficacy and Safety of Abametapir Lotion 0.74% Administered for the Treatment of Head Lice Infestation
Started May 2014
50 enrolled
Head Lice Infestation
A Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Abametapir Lotion Administered for the Treatment of Head Lice Infestation
Started Feb 2014
379 enrolled
Head Lice Infestation
Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Abametapir Lotion Administered for the Treatment of Head Lice Infestation
Started Feb 2014
325 enrolled
Head Lice Infestation
Dermal Safety Study to Evaluate the Sensitizing Potential of Abametapir Lotion
Started Jan 2014
238 enrolled
Head Lice
Dermal Safety Study to Evaluate Potential Irritation of Abametapir Lotion
Started Jan 2014
40 enrolled
Head Lice
Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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