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Serotonin 1A Receptor Agonist Market: Competitive Landscape, Pipeline, and Market Analysis 2024
The serotonin 1A receptor or 5-HT1A receptor is a subtype of serotonin receptors or 5-HT receptors, that binds serotonin neurotransmitter, also known as 5-HT. 5-HT1A is expressed in the brain, spleen, and neonatal kidney. It is a G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR), coupled to the Gi protein, and its activation in the brain mediates hyperpolarisation and reduction of the firing rate of the postsynaptic neuron. Mechanism of action (MOA) of Serotonin 1A Receptor Agonist is by decreasing blood pressure and heart rate via a central mechanism, by inducing peripheral vasodilation, and by stimulating the vagus nerve. These effects are the result of activation of 5-HT1A receptors within the rostral ventrolateral medulla. Serotonin 1A Receptor Agonists are used to treat CNS disorders, movement disorders, epilepsy, schizophrenia, acute coronary syndrome, ischemia, obesity, Parkinson's disorder, etc.
Increased prevalence of neurological disorders and changing lifestyles are the key drivers for the Serotonin 1A Receptor Agonist market. For instance, according to the World Health Organization 2023, an estimated 3.8% of the population experience depression, including 5% of adults (4% among men and 6% among women) and 5.7% of adults older than 60 years. approximately 280 million people in the world have depression. Depression is about 50% more common among women than among men. Worldwide, more than 10% of pregnant women and women who have just given birth experience depression. Launch of newer products by the market players could seek opportunities that influence extensive research and development in Serotonin 1A Receptor Agonist. For instance, Takeda’s Trintellix (Vortioxetine) is used to treat major depressive disorder in adults. Moreover, the development of novel molecules by market players is coming up to overcome challenges in therapy. For instance, AbbVie’s Pardoprunox (SLV-308) for the treatment of Parkinson's is under the various stages of clinical studies.
Clinical Activity and Developments of Serotonin 1A Receptor Agonist:
Till June 2023, more than 20 companies have approximately 23 molecules targeting the 31 diseases. For these molecules, more than 54 clinical trials are being conducted and the majority are in phase-2 and phase-3 clinical trials by the players across the globe. For instance,
Molecule Name |
Number of Studies |
Ulotaront (SEP-363856) |
26 |
Pardoprunox (SLV-308) |
11 |
Sarizotan (EMD128130) |
8 |
Befiradol (NLX-112) |
6 |
Buspirone/Zolmitriptan (JM-010) |
4 |
Molecules such as Trintellix (Vortioxetine) were developed by Lundbeck and Takeda for the line of treatment to treat depression in adults. Sprout Pharma’s Addyi (Fibanserin) is used for the treatment of hypoactive (low) sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in women who have not gone through menopause. Alkermes Aristada (Aripiprazole lauroxil) is used for the treatment of schizophrenia. Sumitomo Pharma’s Sediel (Tandospirone) is used in the treatment of anxiety disorders, especially generalized anxiety disorder.
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Trintellix (Vortioxetine), Addyi (Flibanserin), Aristada (Aripiprazole lauroxil) are the few FDA-approved Serotonin 1A Receptor Agonist.
Sales of Trintellix (Vortioxetine) by Lundbeck were US$ 630.91 million in the FY2022 with 21% growth from FY2021.
Major market players include Takeda, Lundbeck, Sprout Pharma, Sumitomo Pharma, and Alkermis are a few leading market players.
Major Indications for Serotonin 1A Receptor agonists are to treat CNS disorders, movement disorders, epilepsy, schizophrenia, acute coronary syndrome, ischemia, etc.
There are a total of 14 molecules that are in Phase-1, Phase-2, and Phase-3 clinical development.
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