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Janagliflozin plus metformin

Sihuan Pharmaceutical Holdings Group Ltd. · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Janagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor that reduces blood glucose by blocking renal glucose reabsorption, combined with metformin which decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity.

Janagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor that reduces blood glucose by blocking renal glucose reabsorption, combined with metformin which decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity. Used for Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

At a glance

Generic nameJanagliflozin plus metformin
SponsorSihuan Pharmaceutical Holdings Group Ltd.
Drug classSGLT2 inhibitor + biguanide combination
TargetSGLT2; metformin (mitochondrial complex I)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiabetes
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Janagliflozin inhibits sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) in the proximal tubule of the kidney, promoting urinary glucose excretion independent of insulin. Metformin, a biguanide, decreases hepatic gluconeogenesis and enhances peripheral glucose uptake. Together, this combination provides complementary glucose-lowering effects through distinct mechanisms.

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