Asahi Kasei advances ETA receptor antagonist into clinic

Feb. 19, 2026

Asahi Kasei Pharma Corp. has advanced its novel endothelin ETA receptor antagonist AK-1960 into phase I in Japan for the treatment of various refractory diseases, such as chronic kidney disease.

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