CERDELGA (eliglustat tartrate)
Cerdelga is indicated for the long-term treatment of adult patients with Gaucher disease type 1 (GD1) who are identified as CYP2D6 extensive metabolizers (EMs), intermediate metabolizers (IMs), or poor metabolizers (PMs) via an FDA-cleared test. It is used to reduce the accumulation of glucosylceramide in the liver, spleen, and bone marrow, thereby addressing clinical manifestations such as organomegaly, anemia, and thrombocytopenia. **Limitations of Use:** Cerdelga is not recommended for patients who are ultra-rapid metabolizers (URMs) or those with an indeterminate metabolizer status, as therapeutic concentrations may not be achieved or appropriate dosing cannot be determined.
How CERDELGA Works
Cerdelga is a specific inhibitor of glucosylceramide synthase. It functions as a substrate reduction therapy (SRT) by reducing the production of the sphingolipid glucosylceramide (GL-1). In Gaucher disease, a deficiency in the enzyme acid β-glucosidase leads to the toxic accumulation of GL-1 within the lysosomes of macrophages, forming "Gaucher cells." By inhibiting the synthesis of GL-1, Cerdelga limits the formation of these cells in the reticuloendothelial system (liver, spleen, and bone marrow), thereby mitigating organ damage and hematologic complications.
Development Insights
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2014-08-19
- Patent Cliff
- 2038
- Revenue
- $92M (Q4-2025)
- Routes
- ORAL
- Dosage Forms
- CAPSULE
CERDELGA Approval History
What CERDELGA Treats
1 indicationsCERDELGA is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2014. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Gaucher Disease Type 1
CERDELGA Competitive Set
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Indication competitors
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Clinical Trial Registry
10 trials| Trial | Sponsor ID | Phase | Status | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT06188325 | PKM14281 U1111-1294-8432 | Ph 1 | completed | A Study to Evaluate Pharmacokinetic Parameters of Eliglustat in Healthy Volunteers Who Are CYP2D6 Extensive or Poor Metabolizers |
| NCT06193304 Acronym | PKM14187 U1111-1294-8055 | Ph 1 | completed | A Study to Evaluate Pharmacokinetic Parameters and Safety of Eliglustat Absorption Through the Mouth |
| NCT04944888 | CHN-PLAGH-BT-065 | Ph 1 | completed | GSL Synthetase Inhibitor in Combination With Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor in Previously Treated Blood and Solid Tumor |
| NCT02536937 | POP13778 U1111-1170-3686 | Ph 1 | completed | A Study of the Effects of Renal Impairment on the Pharmacokinetics and Tolerability of Eliglustat Tartrate |
| NCT00891202 results posted | GZGD02507 2008-005222-37, EFC12813 | Ph 3 | completed | A Study of Eliglustat Tartrate (Genz-112638) in Patients With Gaucher Disease (ENGAGE) |
| NCT02536911 | POP13777 U1111-1170-3678 | Ph 1 | completed | A Study of the Effects of Hepatic Impairment on the Pharmacokinetics and Tolerability of Eliglustat Tartrate |
| NCT01074944 results posted | GZGD03109 2009-015811-42, EFC12818 | Ph 3 | completed | A Study of Eliglustat Tartrate (Genz-112638) in Patients With Gaucher Disease to Evaluate Once Daily Versus Twice Daily Dosing (EDGE) |
| NCT00943111 ENCORE results posted | GZGD02607 2008-005223-28, EFC12812 | Ph 3 | completed | A Study of Eliglustat Tartrate (Genz-112638) in Patients With Gaucher Disease Who Have Reached Therapeutic Goals With Enzyme Replacement Therapy (ENCORE) |
| NCT02422654 | ACC14373 U1111-1168-5133 | Ph 1 | completed | Taste Evaluation of Different Liquid Formulations With Eliglustat |
| NCT01659944 | GZGD04112 | Ph 1 | completed | Study to Evaluate the Effect of Eliglustat on the Pharmacokinetics, Safety and Tolerability of Metoprolol in Healthy Adults |
Active Pipeline
Ongoing clinical trials by development phase
Key Completed Trials
Completed studies with published results, ranked by significance
Trial Timeline
Full development history with FDA approval milestones
Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.
CERDELGA FDA Label Details
Indications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)CERDELGA is indicated for the treatment of Gaucher Disease Type 1.
CERDELGA Patents & Exclusivity
Patents (5 active)
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Revenue Insights
- • Q4-2025: $92M
- • Historical trend analysis
Patent Timeline
- • Cliff: 2038
- • 8 active patents
Trial Analysis
- • 10 total trials
- • Stage: Declining
Competitive Landscape
- • Competitor tracking
- • Same target/indication analysis
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Data Sources
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Trial Activity Stage
Measures the current development activity pattern based on trial phases, status, and trends. Important: This measures R&D activity, not commercial lifecycle.
Trial statuses: "Active" means recruiting or ongoing. "Completed" means reached planned endpoint. "Terminated" means stopped early—often due to safety, efficacy, or business reasons.
- Growth: High proportion of early-phase trials (Phase 1/2), active development
- Expansion: Significant Phase 3 activity, approaching or pursuing approvals
- Mature: Substantial Phase 4 post-marketing studies
- Stable: Mixed phase distribution, steady development
- Declining: Low active trial ratio, reduced R&D investment