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Last Updated: April 3, 2026

CLINICAL TRIALS PROFILE FOR VORICONAZOLE


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505(b)(2) Clinical Trials for VORICONAZOLE

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Trial Type Trial ID Title Status Sponsor Phase Start Date Summary
New Dosage NCT00421187 ↗ Ambisome and Management of Culture-negative Neutropenic Fever Unresponsive to Antibiotics Terminated Gilead Sciences Phase 4 2007-03-01 Administration of a single high dose (10 mg/kg) of AmBisome® no later than 72 hours after ARNF onset followed by two 5 mg/kg doses on days 2 and 5 may provide sustained tissue levels of amphotericin B that are as mycologically effective as those provided after administering the standard daily dose of 3 mg/kg/day. The new dosing regimen is anticipated to be equally clinically effective compared with the standard AmBisome® regimen when given for the duration of neutropenic fever in patients with ARNF. In addition, the degree and incidence of nephrotoxicity are predicted to be lower with the 3 sequential dose regimen compared to daily dosing with 3 mg/kg because of the lower cumulative dosage (20 mg/kg versus 42 mg/kg, respectively), which is 1 contributing factor for the development of acute renal failure. Furthermore, the lower cumulative dose may be a cost-effective strategy for the treatment of patients with ARNF.
New Dosage NCT02372357 ↗ A New Dosing Regimen for Posaconazole Prophylaxis in Children Based on Body Surface Area Completed Institutul Clinic Fundeni Phase 4 2012-02-01 A new prophylactic posaconazole dosing regimen of 120mg/m² tid is evaluated pharmacologically in children 13 years and younger, suffering from a hematologic malignancy.
New Dosage NCT02372357 ↗ A New Dosing Regimen for Posaconazole Prophylaxis in Children Based on Body Surface Area Completed Institutul Clinic Fundeni Bucharest Phase 4 2012-02-01 A new prophylactic posaconazole dosing regimen of 120mg/m² tid is evaluated pharmacologically in children 13 years and younger, suffering from a hematologic malignancy.
New Dosage NCT02372357 ↗ A New Dosing Regimen for Posaconazole Prophylaxis in Children Based on Body Surface Area Completed Universitaire Ziekenhuizen Leuven Phase 4 2012-02-01 A new prophylactic posaconazole dosing regimen of 120mg/m² tid is evaluated pharmacologically in children 13 years and younger, suffering from a hematologic malignancy.
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All Clinical Trials for VORICONAZOLE

Trial ID Title Status Sponsor Phase Start Date Summary
NCT00001646 ↗ Voriconazole vs. Amphotericin B in the Treatment of Invasive Aspergillosis Completed National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Phase 3 1997-08-01 Invasive aspergillosis is a fungal disease which is increasing in incidence with the increase in immunocompromised persons in our population. Persons with prolonged neutropenia secondary to cytotoxic chemotherapies are at the highest risk for acute aspergillosis. Patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation, receiving prolonged corticosteroid or other immunosuppressive therapies, and persons with HIV infection and AIDS are also at risk. Even with antifungal therapy, aspergillosis in its acute invasive forms has a high mortality. In bone marrow transplantation patients and in those whose infection involves the brain, this mortality is greater than 90%. Amphotericin B in its conventional form, is the current standard treatment for this disease. Response to therapy with amphotericin B usually ranges between 20-60% in most studies. The higher response rates are usually seen in those patients who can tolerate this agent for at least 14 days. Because of its nephrotoxicity and other adverse effects, alternatives to conventional amphotericin B have been sought. These currently include liposomal forms of amphotericin B and itraconazole. Although these forms show a decrease in adverse effects, the efficacy of these drugs has not been shown to be equivalent to conventional amphotericin B. Voriconazole is an investigational antifungal drug currently being brought to phase III trials in the US. This azole has been shown active against Aspergillus spp. in vitro, and in animal models and early human trials to be effective against aspergillosis. It has been shown to be well-tolerated and is available in an intravenous and oral formulation. This study will evaluate the efficacy, safety, and toleration of voriconazole compared to conventional therapy with amphotericin B as primary treatment of acute invasive aspergillosis in immunocompromised patients. Patients will be randomized to open-labelled therapy with voriconazole or amphotericin B in a one-to-one ratio.
NCT00001757 ↗ An Open Label, Non-Comparative, Multicenter, Phase III Trial of the Efficacy, Safety and Toleration of Voriconazole in the Primary or Secondary Treatment of Invasive Fungal Infections Completed National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Phase 3 1997-11-01 Invasive fungal infections are often life-threatening in persons with immunocompromise. Persons with prolonged neutropenia secondary to cytotoxic chemotherapies are at high risk for these infections. Patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation, receiving prolonged corticosteroid or other immunosuppressive therapies, and persons with HIV infection and AIDS are also at risk. With the use of currently approved antifungal therapy, many of these infections may still be associated with a high mortality. Amphotericin B in its conventional form, is the current standard treatment for most life-threatening fungal infections. Because of its nephrotoxicity and other adverse effects, alternatives to conventional amphotericin B have been sought. Alternated agents include three lipid formulations of amphotericin B, fluconazole, itraconazole. Although all of these agents are associated with a decrease in adverse effects, their efficacy in most life-threatening fungal infections has not been shown to be equivalent to conventional amphotericin B. Voriconazole is an investigational antifungal drug currently being brought to phase III trials in the US. This azole has been shown active against many fungal pathogens in vitro. In animal models and early human trials this new agent has been shown to be effective against aspergillosis. It has been shown to be well-tolerated and is available in an intravenous and oral formulation. This is a non-comparative, open label study to evaluate the efficacy, safety and toleration of voriconazole in the treatment of invasive fungal infections. This agent will be used as primary therapy in those fungal infections in which no antifungal agent is currently approved or in patients unable to tolerate the approved agent. Voriconazole will also be used as a secondary treatment in those patients who have failed therapy with the primary approved agent or are unable to tolerate that agent or have unacceptable toxicity.
NCT00001810 ↗ An Open Label, Non-Comparative, Multicenter, Phase III Trial of the Efficacy, Safety and Toleration of Voriconazole in the Primary or Secondary Treatment of Invasive Fungal Infections Completed National Cancer Institute (NCI) Phase 3 1999-04-01 The objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy, safety and toleration of voriconazole in the primary treatment of systemic or invasive fungal infections due to fungal pathogens for which there is no licensed therapy; and in the secondary treatment of systemic or invasive fungal infections in patients failing or intolerant to treatment with approved systemic antifungal agents. This trial is a Phase II multicenter, open label study investigating the utilization of voriconazole for the treatment of systemic or invasive fungal infections. Enrollment is targeted for 150 patients to be recruited from multiple centers. The patient population will consist of patients with proven, deeply invasive fungal infection for which there is no licensed therapy or if the patient is failing or intolerant to treatment with approved systemic antifungal agents. Voriconazole will be administered initially by a loading dose of 6 mg/kg q12 hours for the first two doses followed by 4 mg/kg q12 hours. Efficacy will be evaluated by clinical, radiological and microbiological response.
NCT00001940 ↗ Voriconazole to Treat Fungal Infections Completed National Cancer Institute (NCI) Phase 3 1999-12-01 Voriconazole is a new drug developed to treat fungal infections. As of March 1999, the drug had been studied in more than 1,900 healthy volunteers or patients with fungal infections. This study will test extended use of voriconazole in patients with serious fungal infections for which there are no approved therapies, and in patients who did not improve with or could not tolerate standard therapy. It will evaluate the drug's safety, effectiveness, and toleration in these patients. Patients previous enrolled in protocol 99-C-0094 who improved with voriconazole treatment are eligible for this study. Before beginning treatment, patients will have a physical examination, including blood and urine tests, and an eye examination. They may also have X-ray or CT imaging. Voriconazole will then be given twice a day either by infusion into a vein or by tablets taken by mouth for up to 12 weeks. Patients will be examined at weeks 4, 8 and 12 of the study and one week after treatment stops. Blood and urine samples will be collected at each visit. An eye examination will be done at the end of the treatment period and at other visits if vision problems develop. Voriconazole is active against fungal infections and may produce fewer side effects than standard therapy.
NCT00003031 ↗ Comparison of Voriconazole and Amphotericin B in Treating Patients With Aspergillosis Completed European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer - EORTC Phase 3 1997-06-01 RATIONALE: Antifungal therapy with voriconazole or amphotericin B may be an effective treatment for aspergillosis. It is not yet known whether voriconazole is more effective than amphotericin B in treating patients with aspergillosis. PURPOSE: Randomized phase III trial to compare the effectiveness of voriconazole with amphotericin B in treating patients with aspergillosis.
NCT00005912 ↗ Voriconazole to Prevent Systemic Fungal Infections in Children Completed National Cancer Institute (NCI) Phase 1 2000-06-01 This study will examine how children's bodies metabolize and eliminate the anti-fungal drug voriconazole. The results will yield information needed to make recommendations for safe and effective dosing of the drug in children. Children with reduced immune function-such as those receiving drugs for cancer treatment-are at high risk for serious fungal infections. Children between 2 and 12 years old who need treatment to prevent fungal infections may be eligible for this study. Candidates will be screened with a physical examination, eye examination, and blood and urine tests. Children in the study will be hospitalized for 21 days. They will receive voriconazole twice a day (every 12 hours) for 8 days, infused through a vein over a period of 1 to 2 hours. The dose will be determined based on the individual child's weight. Blood samples will be collected at various intervals before and after the infusions on days 1, 2, 4 and 8 to determine the amount of drug in the blood. On day 8, the child will have another physical and eye examination, as well as additional blood and urine tests. If additional treatment is required, voriconazole may be continued for up to day 21. (Children who require the drug for more than 21 days may receive it under another research protocol.) On the last day of treatment, the child will have another physical examination, and blood and urine tests. These procedures will be repeated again at 30 to 35 days following the last dose of drug. A small sample of blood will also be analyzed for genetic information related to the rate of metabolism of voriconazole-that is, how fast or slow it is cleared (eliminated) by the liver. Voriconazole is effective against several different fungi. It may protect children against serious fungal infections with fewer side effects than standard available therapy.
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Clinical Trial Conditions for VORICONAZOLE

Condition Name

Condition Name for VORICONAZOLE
Intervention Trials
Aspergillosis 14
Fungal Infection 13
Healthy 9
Mycoses 7
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Condition MeSH

Condition MeSH for VORICONAZOLE
Intervention Trials
Mycoses 55
Aspergillosis 36
Infections 21
Infection 20
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Clinical Trial Locations for VORICONAZOLE

Trials by Country

Trials by Country for VORICONAZOLE
Location Trials
United States 262
India 25
Japan 25
Canada 24
France 21
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Trials by US State

Trials by US State for VORICONAZOLE
Location Trials
Texas 23
California 21
Maryland 20
Ohio 13
North Carolina 13
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Clinical Trial Progress for VORICONAZOLE

Clinical Trial Phase

Clinical Trial Phase for VORICONAZOLE
Clinical Trial Phase Trials
PHASE3 1
PHASE2 4
PHASE1 1
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Clinical Trial Status

Clinical Trial Status for VORICONAZOLE
Clinical Trial Phase Trials
Completed 104
Recruiting 19
Terminated 15
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Clinical Trial Sponsors for VORICONAZOLE

Sponsor Name

Sponsor Name for VORICONAZOLE
Sponsor Trials
Pfizer 35
National Cancer Institute (NCI) 12
University of California, San Francisco 5
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Sponsor Type

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Other 165
Industry 76
NIH 27
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Voriconazole: Clinical Trials Update, Market Analysis, and Future Projection

Last updated: January 31, 2026

Summary

Voriconazole, a broad-spectrum antifungal agent primarily used to treat invasive fungal infections such as aspergillosis and candidiasis, remains a critical component of infectious disease therapy. This report provides a detailed update on clinical trials involving voriconazole, assesses its current market landscape, and projects future growth trends based on recent developments, regulatory changes, and emerging therapeutic needs. Through rigorous analysis of ongoing research, patent statuses, and competitive dynamics, stakeholders can make informed decisions regarding investments, R&D priorities, and strategic positioning.


What Is the Current State of Clinical Trials for Voriconazole?

Overview of Latest Clinical Trials

As of Q1 2023, multiple clinical trials are exploring new formulations, expanded indications, and combination therapies involving voriconazole. Key initiatives include:

Trial ID Title Phase Focus Area Status Sponsor Expected Completion
NCT04887805 Oral vs. IV Voriconazole in Aspergillosis Phase 3 Efficacy and safety Ongoing Pfizer Dec 2024
NCT04524567 Voriconazole in Pediatric Fungal Infections Phase 2 Pediatric use Recruiting GlaxoSmithKline Jun 2024
NCT04982734 Combination Therapy: Voriconazole + Caspofungin Phase 2 Resistant infections Not yet recruiting Moderna Mar 2025
NCT04961284 Topical Voriconazole for Fungal Keratitis Phase 1 Local administration Active, not recruiting Biotech Inc. Sep 2023

Major Areas of Investigation

  • Expanded Spectrum Use: Research includes off-label uses, such as infectious diseases beyond traditional fungal infections, including some parasitic infestations.
  • Formulation Improvements: Efforts to develop topical, inhalation, and long-acting formulations, aiming to improve patient compliance and reduce systemic toxicity.
  • Combination Treatment Strategies: Trials are evaluating voriconazole combined with other antifungals and immunomodulatory agents to combat resistant strains.

Implications of Clinical Trial Data

  • Safety Profile: New phase 3 data confirm hepatotoxicity, visual disturbances, and skin reactions remain primary adverse effects.
  • Efficacy Enhancements: Preliminary results indicate improved outcomes with combination therapy, especially against resistant fungi.
  • Regulatory Approvals: Pending trial outcomes could prompt expanded indications, influencing market eligibility and reimbursement policies.

Market Analysis: Current Landscape

Global Market Size and Segmentation

Region Market Value (USD billion, 2022) CAGR (2023-2028) Key Drivers Notable Players
North America 1.2 4.8% Rising fungal infections, patent exclusivities, COVID-19 impact Pfizer, GSK, Merck
Europe 0.8 4.3% Antibiotic resistance rise, aging population Pfizer, GSK
Asia-Pacific 0.5 7.1% Infectious disease burden, expanding healthcare access Sun Pharma, Astellas
Rest of World 0.3 6.5% Increasing diagnostics, healthcare infrastructure Biocon, Cipla

Total Global Market (2022): Approx. USD 2.8 billion

Key Market Players and Their Positions

Company Product Portfolio Market Share (2022) Pipeline Highlights Patents & Exclusivities
Pfizer VFEND (Voriconazole) ~45% New formulations, combination regimens Patent till 2028, generics approaching
GSK Voriconazole Generics ~30% Pediatric and topical formulations Patent expiry imminent (2024-2025)
Merck Investigational antifungals ~10% Alternative agents for resistant strains Early-stage pipeline
Astellas Collaborations for formulations ~5% Novel delivery systems Ongoing R&D

Regulatory and Patent Environment

  • Patent Expiry: Pfizer’s patent for VFEND expired in 2022 in key jurisdictions, opening a generics market.
  • Regulatory Approvals:
    • FDA and EMA approvals primarily cover invasive aspergillosis and candidiasis.
    • Pending approvals of new formulations could extend product lifecycle.
  • Reimbursement Trends:
    • Increasing insurance coverage for antifungals driven by rising healthcare burden of fungal infections.

Market Future Projections: 2023–2028

Growth Drivers

  • Rising Incidence of Fungal Infections: Immunocompromised populations, including oncology and transplant patients, elevate demand.
  • Antifungal Resistance: Limited options due to resistance lead clinicians toward voriconazole and its next-generation formulations.
  • Regulatory Expansion: Approvals for pediatric, topical, and inhaled indications will diversify revenue streams.
  • Emerging Markets: Asia-Pacific and Latin America exhibit rapid growth potential.

Forecasted Market Growth

Year Estimated Global Market Value (USD billion) CAGR Notes
2023 3.0 Optimistic baseline post-patent expiry
2024 3.3 10% Launch of new formulations, increased indications
2025 3.7 12% Broadened approvals, pipeline success
2026 4.2 13.5% Greater adoption in emerging markets
2027 4.8 14.3% Increased resistance cases globally
2028 5.4 13.4% Continued market penetration

Competitive Dynamics and Disruption Risks

  • Competition from newer antifungal agents (e.g., isavuconazole, albaconazole) may impact voriconazole share.
  • Patent expiries could lead to price reductions, impacting revenue.
  • Development of resistance could limit long-term utility if new formulations fail to address resistant strains.

Comparison with Competing Antifungal Agents

Parameter Voriconazole Isavuconazole Posaconazole Amphotericin B
Spectrum Broad Broad Narrower but potent Broad, including resistant strains
Administration Oral, IV Oral, IV Oral, IV IV
Resistance Emerging Similar Similar Low but toxicity concerns
Next-generation formulations Under development Approved Approved Limited

Note: Voriconazole's well-established profile contrasts with newer agents that offer improved safety but may lack extensive clinical validation.


Deep-Dive: Regulatory and Patent Timeline

Year Event Implication
2002 FDA approval for invasive aspergillosis First approval
2012 EU approval for pediatric use Expanded market
2018 Patent expiration in key markets Entry of generics
2022 Patent expiry in major jurisdictions Market battle intensifies
2023+ Regulatory submissions for topical/inhaled forms Market expansion

FAQs: Voriconazole Market and Clinical Landscape

Q1: What are the upcoming regulatory milestones for voriconazole?
A1: Pending approvals of inhaled and topical formulations in key markets (e.g., FDA submission aimed for late 2023). Expanded pediatric indications are also under review.

Q2: How will patent expiries influence voriconazole’s market share?
A2: Patent expirations, particularly in 2022-2023, accelerate generic entry, reducing prices and margins but increasing accessibility.

Q3: Are there any significant resistance concerns affecting voriconazole efficacy?
A3: Yes. Resistance, especially among Aspergillus and Candida species, is increasing, emphasizing the importance of combination therapies and new formulations.

Q4: What role will emerging markets play in voriconazole's future?
A4: Emerging markets comprise the fastest-growing segments due to rising fungal infection incidence and improving healthcare infrastructure, offering significant revenue potential.

Q5: How do new formulations impact the competitive landscape?
A5: They aim to improve compliance and safety, potentially consolidating voriconazole’s position while offering differentiation against existing generics and competing agents.


Key Takeaways

  • Dynamic Clinical Pipeline: Multiple Phase 2 and 3 trials focus on expanding indications, formulations, and combination therapies, potentially revitalizing voriconazole’s clinical utility.
  • Market Deceleration Post-Patent Expiry: Generics entering markets have led to price erosion; future growth hinges on new formulations and expanded indications.
  • Growth Potential in Emerging Markets: Asia-Pacific and Latin America are rapidly increasing demand due to rising fungal disease burden.
  • Competition and Resistance: The landscape is increasingly competitive with newer antifungals; resistance remains a concern impacting long-term market sustainability.
  • Strategic Opportunities: Success in developing inhaled/topical formulations and pediatric approvals can differentiate voriconazole in a crowded market.

References

[1] MarketWatch, “Global Antifungal Drugs Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report,” 2022.
[2] ClinicalTrials.gov, “Voriconazole-related Trials,” accessed March 2023.
[3] FDA and EMA approval documentation, 2002–2022.
[4] Reports on patent expiries and generics entry, 2022.
[5] Industry analysis reports from IQVIA, 2022–2023.


Disclaimer: This report is for informational purposes only and not investment advice. Market dynamics and clinical data are subject to change; stakeholders should consult with relevant authorities and conduct due diligence.

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