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synthetic lung surfactant

Development stage
Preclinical
Lead developer
Molecular Express
Modality
Small Molecules, Liposomes → Lipid-based Nanoparticles → Nanoparticles → Drug Delivery Systems, Modified Peptides → Peptides
Administration
Inhalation
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Overview

Molecular Express is developing a synthetic lung surfactant, a liposomal formulation designed to treat Acute Lung Injury (ALI) and Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Lung surfactants are essential for maintaining alveolar stability by reducing surface tension; their deficiency or dysfunction is a hallmark of ARDS. The Molecular Express candidate utilizes a proprietary liposomal delivery system (LipoVant) to provide a stable, synthetic alternative to animal-derived surfactants, aiming to restore respiratory function and reduce inflammation in the lungs. The program is currently in the preclinical stage of development.

Other names
Molecular Express synthetic lung surfactantliposomal synthetic lung surfactant
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Targets

PS (Pulmonary surfactant)

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