Evaluation of Retinal Safety of Hypoxia-Inducible Factor Prolyl Hydroxylase Inhibitors
Junki Hoshino, Kazuki Irie, Akimitsu Konishi, Hideo Akiyama, Yoji Andrew Minamishima
This study evaluates the effects of five HIF-PH inhibitors on Vegfa expression in the retina and other tissues of mice, finding differential regulation across tissues and suggesting retinal VEGF upregulation as a safety concern.
bioRxiv · Jul 2, 2026 · PreprintPharmacology & Toxicology