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GLATOPA (glatiramer acetate)

Immunology Approved 2015-04-16

GLATOPA is indicated for the treatment of Clinically isolated syndrome; Relapsing-remitting disease; Active secondary progressive disease.

Source: FDA Label • Novartis

How GLATOPA Works

While the exact mechanism of glatiramer acetate is not fully understood, it is thought to act by modifying immune processes associated with the development of multiple sclerosis. Research suggests that the drug induces and activates specific suppressor T-cells within the peripheral immune system. These activated cells are believed to influence the immune responses that contribute to the damage of the central nervous system.

2
Indications
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Phase 3 Trials
11
Years on Market

Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2015-04-16
Routes
SUBCUTANEOUS
Dosage Forms
INJECTABLE

Companies

Active Ingredient: GLATIRAMER ACETATE

GLATOPA Approval History

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New Indication
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Label Update
24 FDA actions from 2015 to 2026
Feb 2026 SUPPL
Label · Labeling
Mar 2025 SUPPL
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Mar 2024 SUPPL
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What GLATOPA Treats

3 indications

GLATOPA is approved for 3 conditions since its original approval in 2015. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Clinically isolated syndrome
  • Relapsing-remitting disease
  • Active secondary progressive disease
Source: FDA Label

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Clinical Trial Registry

11 trials
Trial Sponsor ID Phase Status Title
NCT03368664 LemKids results posted EFC13429 U1111-1180-6352, 2016-003100-30 Ph 3 terminated A Study to Evaluate Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of Alemtuzumab in Pediatric Patients With RRMS With Disease Activity on Prior DMT
NCT04079088 231MS201 2019-001847-28 Ph 2 withdrawn Study to Evaluate Oral BIIB061 Added to Interferon-beta1 (IFN-β1) or Glatiramer Acetate in Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)
NCT01633112 ASSESS results posted CFTY720D2312 Ph 3 terminated MS Study Evaluating Safety and Efficacy of Two Doses of Fingolimod Versus Copaxone
NCT03315923 396514 Ph 2, Ph 3 completed Comparison of Clinical Effects of Rituximab and Glatiramer Acetate in Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis Patients
NCT02153723 results posted 13-05-117 Ph 2 completed Pharmacological Treatment of Rett Syndrome With Glatiramer Acetate (Copaxone)
NCT01569451 GATEWAYII results posted 10-1143 Ph 2 completed Comparison of Rituximab Induction Therapy Followed by Glatiramer Acetate
NCT00856635 results posted PM030 Ph 3 completed A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Multicenter Study of the Effects of Glatiramer Acetate (GA) on the Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL) and Visual Function in Patients With a First Episode of Acute Optic Neuritis (AON). (Octagon)
NCT00947752 Song results posted PM033 Ph 3 completed Safety of New Formulation of Glatiramer Acetate
NCT01058005 SURPASS results posted 101MS325 Ph 3 terminated Study Evaluating Rebif, Copaxone, and Tysabri for Active Multiple Sclerosis
NCT01578785 GLOW results posted GA-MS-302 2011-005550-57 Ph 3 terminated An Efficacy, Safety and Tolerability Study of Glatiramer Acetate (GA) 20 mg/0.5 ml New Formulation Administered Daily by Subcutaneous (SC) Injection in Subjects With Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis (RRMS)
NCT01071083 RESTORE results posted 101MS205 Ph 2 completed Treatment Interruption of Natalizumab
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Trial Timeline

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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.

GLATOPA FDA Label Details

Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

GLATOPA is indicated for the treatment of Clinically isolated syndrome; Relapsing-remitting disease; Active secondary progressive disease.

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Data Sources

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