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Daprodustat small

GlaxoSmithKline · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Daprodustat is a hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase (HIF-PH) inhibitor that stabilizes HIF to increase endogenous erythropoietin production and boost red blood cell formation.

Daprodustat is a hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase (HIF-PH) inhibitor that stabilizes HIF to increase endogenous erythropoietin production and boost red blood cell formation. Used for Anemia of chronic kidney disease in patients not on dialysis, Anemia of chronic kidney disease in patients on dialysis.

At a glance

Generic nameDaprodustat small
SponsorGlaxoSmithKline
Drug classHIF prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor
TargetProlyl hydroxylase domain-containing proteins (PHD)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaHematology / Nephrology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

By inhibiting prolyl hydroxylase enzymes, daprodustat prevents the degradation of hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF), allowing HIF to accumulate and activate genes involved in erythropoietin (EPO) synthesis. This mimics the body's natural response to low oxygen and stimulates erythropoiesis without requiring exogenous EPO injections. The mechanism is particularly useful in chronic kidney disease where EPO production is impaired.

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