Segluromet
Physical Activity, Type 2 Diabetes, Diet
Treatment
4 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Segluromet
Treatment for
Physical Activity
What is Segluromet
Ertugliflozin
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Metformin is an antihyperglycemic medication that is used to manage type II diabetes. It is the most commonly prescribed drug for type II diabetes and is used by over 120 million people worldwide. Metformin works by lowering blood glucose levels without causing hypoglycemia, and can also lead to a decrease in insulin resistance and a decrease in fasting insulin levels. Additionally, it has been shown to cause modest weight loss, making it a popular choice for obese type II diabetes patients. Metformin was first approved for use in Canada in 1972 and in the US in 1995, and is available in regular and extended-release forms.
Steglatro
is the brand name
Segluromet Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Steglatro
Ertugliflozin
2017
13
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Ertugliflozin, also known as Steglatro, is approved by the FDA for 4 uses like Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Type 2 Diabetes .
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Used in combination with other therapies
Type 2 Diabetes
Used in combination with other therapies
Physical Activity
Used in combination with other therapies
Diet
Used in combination with other therapies
Effectiveness
How Segluromet Affects Patients
Insulin is a hormone that helps keep your blood sugar levels balanced. People with type II diabetes are less sensitive to the effects of insulin, meaning their pancreas has trouble compensating for high blood sugar levels. Metformin helps by reducing the production of glucose in the liver, blocking the absorption of glucose in the intestines, and making it easier for the body to use insulin. It does not cause an increase in insulin secretion like other drugs used to treat diabetes. In a clinical trial of people with type II diabetes, those taking metformin experienced an average decrease of 59 mg/dL in their fasting plasma glucose levels
How Segluromet works in the body
Metformin works in a few different ways to lower blood sugar. It reduces the amount of sugar produced in the liver, and also stops the body from absorbing sugar from food. It also makes the body more sensitive to insulin. Once taken, Metformin is absorbed into liver cells and mitochondria, where it prevents the cells from producing energy. This causes an increase in the ratio of ADP:ATP and AMP:ATP which activates the enzyme AMPK. This enzyme further reduces sugar production in the liver and increases sensitivity to insulin. In the intestines, Metformin increases anaerobic glucose metabolism, meaning less
When to interrupt dosage
The recommended dosage of Segluromet is contingent upon the indicated condition, including Diet, inadequate response to metformin and Diabetic Ketoacidosis. The measure of dosage is contingent upon the method of delivery (e.g. Oral or Tablet - Oral) recorded in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Physical Activity
, 5.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 7.5 mg
Oral, , Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet - Oral, Tablet
Type 2 Diabetes
, 5.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 7.5 mg
Oral, , Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet - Oral, Tablet
Diet
, 5.0 mg, 15.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 7.5 mg
Oral, , Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet - Oral, Tablet
Warnings
Segluromet has twenty contraindications. It ought not to be taken concurrently with any of the conditions noted in the table below.
Segluromet Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Dialysis therapy
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Ertugliflozin may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Segluromet.
Common Segluromet Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Axitinib
Major
The metabolism of Axitinib can be decreased when combined with Ertugliflozin.
Belinostat
Major
The metabolism of Belinostat can be decreased when combined with Ertugliflozin.
Binimetinib
Major
The metabolism of Binimetinib can be decreased when combined with Ertugliflozin.
Enasidenib
Major
The metabolism of Enasidenib can be decreased when combined with Ertugliflozin.
Etoposide
Major
The metabolism of Etoposide can be decreased when combined with Ertugliflozin.
Segluromet Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The toxic dose of metformin in rats when taken orally is 1 g/kg, while the toxic dose in mice is 1450 mg/kg. There is an increased risk of lactic acidosis when taking metformin, which can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, muscle pain, abdominal pain, and difficulty breathing. Risk factors for lactic acidosis include kidney problems or diseases, taking certain medications, and being over 65 years old. Metformin may also increase the risk of hypoglycemia when used with other drugs like insulin or sulfonylureas. Pregnant women should be cautious when taking metform
Segluromet Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Segluromet?
346 active clinical trials are currently assessing the potential of Segluromet in treating Type 2 Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes and resistance to metformin.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Physical Activity
24 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2
Diet
5 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1
Type 2 Diabetes
167 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Patient Q&A Section about segluromet
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What is Segluromet used for?
"This medication is a combination of 2 drugs: ertugliflozin and metformin. It is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent long-term complications such as kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems."
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What is the drug kombiglyze used for?
"KOMBIGLYZE XR is a prescription medicine used to control high blood sugar in adults with type 2 diabetes. It contains saxagliptin and metformin hydrochloride and is taken with diet and exercise. Your doctor will decide if treatment with both saxagliptin and metformin is right for you."
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Is there a generic for Segluromet?
"If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. At this time, there is no therapeutically equivalent version of Segluromet in the United States. Be aware that there are many fraudulent online pharmacies that may try to sell an illegal generic version of this medication. These medications may be counterfeit and could be unsafe. If you purchase medications online, make sure that you are only buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy."
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Does Steglatro help you lose weight?
"Steglatro removes calories from your body by increasing the amount of sugar that is eliminated in your urine. This may lead to weight loss in some people, which can be beneficial for those with type 2 diabetes."
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