Synonyms: Example 1 [WO2011139951 A1] [3] | JNJ42165279
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: JNJ-42165279 is an investigational, covalent and selective inhibitor of fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) [3]. Preclinical test findings are reported in [2], with the conclusion that the favourable ADME and pharmacodynamic profiles of JNJ-42165279 supported it being progressed to clinical trial.
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Summary of Clinical Use ![]() |
Two Phase 2 clinical trials evaluating JNJ-42165279 in patients with depressive disorder and anxiety (NCT02498392), or phobic disorders (NCT02432703) were suspended as a precaution, following the BIA 10-2474 Phase 1 trial disaster in France in January 2016 (link to Janssen's statement regarding trial suspensions). |
Mechanism Of Action and Pharmacodynamic Effects ![]() |
FAAH is a serine hydrolase enzyme of the endocannabinoid system which is responsible for the catabolic inactivation of the neuromodulator anandamide. FAAH inhibitors cause a build up of anandamide, which acts through activation of cannabinoid receptors to promote analgesia, and may have anti-inflammatory action [5] and prove beneficial in managing psychiatric disorders [1,4]. |
Clinical Trials | |||||
Clinical Trial ID | Title | Type | Source | Comment | References |
NCT02432703 | A Safety and Efficacy Study of JNJ-42165279 in Participants With Social Anxiety Disorder | Phase 2 Interventional | Janssen Research & Development, LLC | ||
NCT02498392 | An Efficacy, Safety and Tolerability Study of JNJ-42165279 in Participants With Major Depressive Disorder With Anxious Distress | Phase 2 Interventional | Janssen Research & Development, LLC |