Biotechnology
Company Overview of Afferent Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Company Overview
Afferent Pharmaceuticals, Inc. researches and develops drugs for the treatment of debilitating neurogenic disorders. It develops P2X3, a purinergic receptor that plays a role in the sensitization of nerves; AF-219, a selective P2X3 antagonist for the treatment of pathologic cough; and P2X3 antagonist that blocks P2X3 in the carotid body. It offers programs in the areas of respiratory diseases, resistant hypertension, P2X3 biology, cardiovascular diseases, and chronic pain and other indications; and clinical trials. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in San Mateo, California. As of July 26, 2016, Afferent Pharmaceuticals, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc.
2929 Campus Drive
Suite 230
San Mateo, CA 94403
United States
Founded in 2009
Phone:
650-286-1276
Fax:
650-286-1833
Key Executives for Afferent Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
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