Carbopol 974P

Identification

Summary

Carbopol 974P is a polymer used as a lacrimal substitute to treat symptoms associated with dry eyes.

Generic Name
Carbopol 974P
DrugBank Accession Number
DB05384
Background

Carbopol 974P is a highly carboxylated polymer composed of lightly cross-linked polyacrylic acid with a broad-spectrum mechanism based on acidification of pathogens. It was under development by ReProtect LLC. It is a gel that may help both block the spread of sexually transmitted diseases and reduce unwanted pregnancies. The compound, known as BufferGel, was in advanced clinical trials for its ability to prevent pregnancy, but was discontinued.

Type
Small Molecule
Groups
Investigational
Synonyms
  • Carbomer 974 (P)
  • Carbomer 974P
  • Carbomer homopolymer type B
  • Carbomer homopolymer type B (allyl pentaerythritol crosslinked)
  • Carbomer-974P
  • Carbopol polymer

Pharmacology

Indication

Investigated for use/treatment in contraception and HIV prevention.

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Associated Conditions
Indication TypeIndicationCombined Product DetailsApproval LevelAge GroupPatient CharacteristicsDose Form
Treatment ofDry eyes•••••••••••••••• ••••••••• ••• ••••••• • •••••
Symptomatic treatment ofInflammation caused by corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses••• •••••
Symptomatic treatment ofPruritus caused by corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses••• •••••
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Pharmacodynamics

Not Available

Mechanism of action

BufferGel is a microbicidal spermicide that provides sufficient buffering activity to maintain the mild, protective acidity of the vagina in the presence of semen. Sperm are acid-sensitive, so to assure fertility, semen provides a powerful alkalinizing action that abolishes the protective acidity of the vagina for several hours after intercourse. This alkalinizing action of semen also enables acid-sensitive sexually transmitted diseases (STD) pathogens to transmit infection. By blocking this action of semen, BufferGel prevents unwanted pregnancy, and shows promise for prevention of STDs, including HIV/AIDS.

Absorption

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Volume of distribution

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Protein binding

Not Available

Metabolism
Not Available
Route of elimination

Not Available

Half-life

Not Available

Clearance

Not Available

Adverse Effects
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Toxicity

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Pathways
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Pharmacogenomic Effects/ADRs
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Interactions

Drug Interactions
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Food Interactions
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International/Other Brands
BufferGel

Categories

Drug Categories
Classification
Not classified
Affected organisms
Not Available

Chemical Identifiers

UNII
HHT01ZNK31
CAS number
151687-96-6

References

General References
  1. van De Wijgert J, Fullem A, Kelly C, Mehendale S, Rugpao S, Kumwenda N, Chirenje Z, Joshi S, Taha T, Padian N, Bollinger R, Nelson K: Phase 1 trial of the topical microbicide BufferGel: safety results from four international sites. J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2001 Jan 1;26(1):21-7. [Article]
  2. Tabet SR, Callahan MM, Mauck CK, Gai F, Coletti AS, Profy AT, Moench TR, Soto-Torres LE, Poindexter III AN, Frezieres RG, Walsh TL, Kelly CW, Richardson BA, Van Damme L, Celum CL: Safety and acceptability of penile application of 2 candidate topical microbicides: BufferGel and PRO 2000 Gel: 3 randomized trials in healthy low-risk men and HIV-positive men. J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2003 Aug 1;33(4):476-83. [Article]
PubChem Substance
175426991
RxNav
1363568

Clinical Trials

Clinical Trials
PhaseStatusPurposeConditionsCount
2CompletedPreventionHuman Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infections1
2, 3CompletedPreventionContraception1
2, 3CompletedPreventionPregnancy1
1CompletedPreventionHuman Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infections2

Pharmacoeconomics

Manufacturers
Not Available
Packagers
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Dosage Forms
FormRouteStrength
GelOphthalmic2.5 mg/g
GelOphthalmic; Topical0.25 g
Solution, gel forming / dropsOphthalmic0.25 g
Prices
Not Available
Patents
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Properties

State
Solid
Experimental Properties
Not Available
Predicted Properties
Not Available
Predicted ADMET Features
Not Available

Spectra

Mass Spec (NIST)
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Spectra
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Chromatographic Properties
Collision Cross Sections (CCS)
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Drug created at November 18, 2007 18:24 / Updated at June 12, 2021 10:53