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BAY85-8501

Bayer · Phase 2 active Small molecule

BAY85-8501 is a SGLT2 inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by Bayer. It is currently in Phase 2 development for Type 2 diabetes.

BAY85-8501 is a small molecule that targets the SGLT2 receptor.

BAY85-8501 is a small molecule that targets the SGLT2 receptor. Used for Type 2 diabetes.

Likelihood of approval
18.3% vs 15.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2031–2034
Steps remaining: Phase 3 → NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: Medium
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 2 → approval rate +15.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 2 drugs reach approval ~15.3% of the time (BIO/Informa 2023 industry benchmark across all therapeutic areas).
  • Big-pharma sponsor +3.0pp
    Bayer is a top-20 pharma sponsor — historical approval rates run ~3pp above average due to scale, regulatory experience, and trial-design quality.
Predicted approval windows by jurisdiction (conditional on FDA approval)
Regulator Country Likely year Lag vs FDA
FDA US 2031–2034
EMA EU 2032–2035 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2032–2035 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2032–2036 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2032–2036 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2032–2036 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2033–2037 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2032–2036 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2032–2037 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2033–2037 +2.3 yr

Hover any row for the lag rationale. Lag estimates are reduced when the drug has FDA Breakthrough or EMA PRIME designation (sponsors file globally in parallel).

Estimate based on the BIO/Informa industry phase transition rates plus per-drug modifiers for therapeutic area, sponsor type, FDA designations, mechanism, and trial design. Per-jurisdiction lags from Tufts CSDD international approval studies. Not investment, clinical or regulatory advice. Methodology: /methodology#likelihood.

At a glance

Generic nameBAY85-8501
SponsorBayer
Drug classSGLT2 inhibitor
TargetSGLT2
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiabetes
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

By inhibiting SGLT2, BAY85-8501 reduces glucose reabsorption in the kidneys, thereby lowering blood glucose levels. This mechanism is particularly useful for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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SourceUsed for
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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Frequently asked questions about BAY85-8501

What is BAY85-8501?

BAY85-8501 is a SGLT2 inhibitor drug developed by Bayer, indicated for Type 2 diabetes.

How does BAY85-8501 work?

BAY85-8501 is a small molecule that targets the SGLT2 receptor.

What is BAY85-8501 used for?

BAY85-8501 is indicated for Type 2 diabetes.

Who makes BAY85-8501?

BAY85-8501 is developed by Bayer (see full Bayer pipeline at /company/bayer).

What drug class is BAY85-8501 in?

BAY85-8501 belongs to the SGLT2 inhibitor class. See all SGLT2 inhibitor drugs at /class/sglt2-inhibitor.

What development phase is BAY85-8501 in?

BAY85-8501 is in Phase 2.

What are the side effects of BAY85-8501?

Common side effects of BAY85-8501 include Increased risk of genital yeast infections, Increased risk of urinary tract infections, Dehydration.

What does BAY85-8501 target?

BAY85-8501 targets SGLT2 and is a SGLT2 inhibitor.

Related

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