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Antihyperglycemic Medication

Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC · FDA-approved active Small molecule

This drug reduces blood glucose by inhibiting the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) in the kidney, allowing excess glucose to be excreted in urine.

This drug reduces blood glucose by inhibiting the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) in the kidney, allowing excess glucose to be excreted in urine. Used for Type 2 diabetes mellitus, Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, Chronic kidney disease.

At a glance

Generic nameAntihyperglycemic Medication
SponsorMerck Sharp & Dohme LLC
Drug classSGLT2 inhibitor
TargetSGLT2 (sodium-glucose cotransporter 2)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiabetes
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

SGLT2 inhibitors work by blocking the reabsorption of filtered glucose in the proximal tubule of the nephron, thereby increasing urinary glucose excretion and lowering blood glucose levels. This mechanism is independent of insulin secretion or action, making it effective across different stages of type 2 diabetes. The class also provides cardiovascular and renal protective benefits beyond glucose lowering.

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Key clinical trials

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