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add-on sulphonylurea

Italian Society of Diabetology · FDA-approved active Small molecule

add-on sulphonylurea is a Sulfonylurea Small molecule drug developed by Italian Society of Diabetology. It is currently FDA-approved for Type 2 diabetes mellitus as add-on therapy.

Sulfonylureas stimulate insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells by blocking ATP-sensitive potassium channels, thereby lowering blood glucose in type 2 diabetes.

Sulfonylureas stimulate insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells by blocking ATP-sensitive potassium channels, thereby lowering blood glucose in type 2 diabetes. Used for Type 2 diabetes mellitus as add-on therapy.

At a glance

Generic nameadd-on sulphonylurea
SponsorItalian Society of Diabetology
Drug classSulfonylurea
TargetATP-sensitive potassium channel (KATP channel)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiabetes
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Sulfonylureas bind to and close ATP-sensitive potassium channels on the surface of pancreatic beta cells. This closure depolarizes the cell membrane, triggering calcium influx and subsequent insulin exocytosis. When used as add-on therapy, they complement other antidiabetic agents to enhance overall glycemic control.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about add-on sulphonylurea

What is add-on sulphonylurea?

add-on sulphonylurea is a Sulfonylurea drug developed by Italian Society of Diabetology, indicated for Type 2 diabetes mellitus as add-on therapy.

How does add-on sulphonylurea work?

Sulfonylureas stimulate insulin secretion from pancreatic beta cells by blocking ATP-sensitive potassium channels, thereby lowering blood glucose in type 2 diabetes.

What is add-on sulphonylurea used for?

add-on sulphonylurea is indicated for Type 2 diabetes mellitus as add-on therapy.

Who makes add-on sulphonylurea?

add-on sulphonylurea is developed and marketed by Italian Society of Diabetology (see full Italian Society of Diabetology pipeline at /company/italian-society-of-diabetology).

What drug class is add-on sulphonylurea in?

add-on sulphonylurea belongs to the Sulfonylurea class. See all Sulfonylurea drugs at /class/sulfonylurea.

What development phase is add-on sulphonylurea in?

add-on sulphonylurea is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of add-on sulphonylurea?

Common side effects of add-on sulphonylurea include Hypoglycemia, Weight gain, Gastrointestinal disturbances.

What does add-on sulphonylurea target?

add-on sulphonylurea targets ATP-sensitive potassium channel (KATP channel) and is a Sulfonylurea.

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