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Daprodustat tablets

GlaxoSmithKline · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Daprodustat is a hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase (HIF-PH) inhibitor that stimulates endogenous erythropoietin production to treat anemia.

Daprodustat is a hypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase (HIF-PH) inhibitor that stimulates endogenous erythropoietin production to treat anemia. Used for Anemia in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients on dialysis, Anemia in chronic kidney disease patients not on dialysis.

At a glance

Generic nameDaprodustat tablets
SponsorGlaxoSmithKline
Drug classHIF prolyl hydroxylase inhibitor
TargetHypoxia-inducible factor prolyl hydroxylase (HIF-PH)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaHematology / Nephrology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

By inhibiting prolyl hydroxylase enzymes that regulate hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF) stability, daprodustat allows HIF to accumulate and activate erythropoietin (EPO) gene expression. This mimics the body's natural hypoxic response, increasing red blood cell production without requiring exogenous EPO administration. The mechanism is particularly useful in chronic kidney disease where EPO production is impaired.

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