Testing a new drug to relieve pain from endometriosis

Validating SER-014, a TRPV1 antagonist, to treat endometriosis

NIH-funded research Serentrix, LLC · NIH-10916997

This study is testing a new drug called SER-014 to see if it can help relieve pain from endometriosis without the risks of addiction, offering a safer option for women who struggle with this condition.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionSerentrix, LLC NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Exton, United States)
Project IDNIH-10916997 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on validating SER-014, a drug that blocks the TRPV1 receptor, which is involved in pain and inflammation associated with endometriosis. Endometriosis is a painful condition affecting many women, and current treatments often fall short, leading to reliance on opioids. By targeting the TRPV1 receptor, SER-014 aims to provide a non-addictive alternative for pain relief. The study will involve assessing the drug's effectiveness and safety in patients suffering from this condition.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women diagnosed with endometriosis who experience chronic pain and have not found relief from existing treatments.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have endometriosis or those whose pain is not related to this condition may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could offer a new, non-addictive treatment option for women suffering from endometriosis-related pain.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in targeting TRPV1 for pain management, suggesting that this approach could be effective.

Where this research is happening

Exton, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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