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STEGLATRO (ertugliflozin)

Genetically Validated
Metabolic Approved 2017-12-19

Steglatro (ertugliflozin) is a sodium glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor indicated for use in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is used as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control. The medication is not recommended for improving glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus.

Source: FDA Label • Merck

How STEGLATRO Works

Ertugliflozin functions by inhibiting the sodium glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2), which is the primary transporter responsible for reabsorbing glucose from the kidneys back into the bloodstream. By blocking this transporter, the drug reduces the renal reabsorption of filtered glucose. This process lowers the renal threshold for glucose and increases the amount of glucose excreted through the urine.

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Indications
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Phase 3 Trials
8
Years on Market

Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2017-12-19
Patent Cliff
2031

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Active Ingredient: ERTUGLIFLOZIN

STEGLATRO Approval History

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Original
New Indication
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Label Update
14 FDA actions from 2017 to 2024 · 1 indication expansions
Dec 2024 SUPPL
Label · Labeling
Sep 2023 SUPPL
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Oct 2022 SUPPL
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What STEGLATRO Treats

1 indications

STEGLATRO is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2017. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Type 2 diabetes mellitus
Source: FDA Label

STEGLATRO Target & Pathway

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Target

SGLT2 (Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter 2) Transporter

A transporter in the kidney that reabsorbs glucose back into the bloodstream. Blocking SGLT2 causes excess glucose to be excreted in urine, lowering blood sugar. These drugs also provide cardiovascular and kidney protection beyond glucose control.

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Clinical Trial Registry

14 trials
Trial Sponsor ID Phase Status Title
NCT05152940 ERTU-SODIUM PD21-12423 Ph 4 completed ERTU-SODIUM: Study on the Effects of Ertugliflozin on Sodium Storage, Interstitial Volume, and Plasma Volume in HFrEF
NCT07547878 RAPID-CKD 026-271 Ph 4 not yet recruiting Rapid and Simultaneous Initiation of Four Guideline-Directed CKD Therapies (RAPID-CKD)
NCT04438213 2000027951 MISP59625 Ph 2 recruiting Ertugliflozin in Chronic Heart Failure
NCT03416270 ERADICATE-HF results posted 17-5627 Ph 2 completed ERtugliflozin triAl in DIabetes With Preserved or Reduced ejeCtion FrAcTion mEchanistic Evaluation in Heart Failure
NCT04231331 EFFORT results posted 2019-1690 Ph 3 completed Ertugliflozin for Functional Mitral Regurgitation
NCT03717194 ERTU-GLS results posted B-2018-498-002 Ph 3 completed Effect of Ertugliflozin on Cardiac Function in Diabetes
NCT01986881 results posted 8835-004 2013-002518-11, B1521021 Ph 3 completed Cardiovascular Outcomes Following Ertugliflozin Treatment in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Participants With Vascular Disease, The VERTIS CV Study (MK-8835-004)
NCT01018823 8835-037 Ph 1 completed A Multiple Dose Study Of Ertugliflozin (PF-04971729, MK-8835) In Otherwise Healthy Overweight And Obese Volunteers (MK-8835-037)
NCT00989079 8835-036 Ph 1 completed A Single Escalating Dose Study Of Ertugliflozin (PF-04971729, MK-8835) Under Fed and Fasted Conditons In Healthy Volunteers (MK-8835-036)
NCT03640221 Ertugliflozin 51991 Ph 4 withdrawn Ertugliflozin Versus Hydrochlorothiazide in Reducing Sympathetic Neural Overactivity in Patients With Hypertension and Recently-diagnosed Type 2 Diabetes.
NCT01948986 results posted 8835-009 B1521023, MK-8835-009 Ph 1 completed Effect of Renal Impairment on the Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics, Safety and Tolerability of Ertugliflozin in Participants With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (MK-8835-009)
NCT02226003 results posted 8835-017 2014-001049-25, B1521047 Ph 3 completed Efficacy and Safety of Ertugliflozin (MK-8835/PF-04971729) With Sitagliptin in the Treatment of Participants With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) With Inadequate Glycemic Control on Diet and Exercise (MK-8835-017)
NCT01223339 8835-041 Ph 1 completed Evaluation of Pharmacokinetics, Safety, And Tolerability Of Ertugliflozin (PF-04971729, MK-8835) In Japanese And Western Healthy Participants (MK-8835-041)
NCT01127308 8835-038 Ph 1 completed A Radiolabeled Mass Balance Study of [14C]-Ertugliflozin (PF04971729, MK-8835) In Healthy Male Participants (MK-8835-038)
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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.

STEGLATRO FDA Label Details

Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

STEGLATRO is indicated for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

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STEGLATRO Patents & Exclusivity

Latest Patent: Dec 2031

Patents (1 active)

US8080580 Expires Dec 19, 2031
Source: FDA Orange Book

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