ACTOPLUS MET XR
Post-LOENDAORALTABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE
Approved
May 2009
Lifecycle
Post-LOE
Competitive Pressure
35/100
Data completeness
2/8 — Basic
Drug data last refreshed 10h ago · AI intelligence enriched 2w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
ACTOPLUS MET XR is a fixed-dose combination oral tablet combining pioglitazone (thiazolidinedione) and metformin (biguanide) in extended-release formulation for type 2 diabetes management. The product works by improving insulin sensitivity and reducing hepatic glucose production. It is indicated for patients requiring dual-agent glycemic control.
LOE ApproachingPost-LOE
Product approaching loss of exclusivity with low competitive pressure (25/100) suggests contracting brand team and shifting focus to generic conversion strategy.
Mechanism of Action
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Indications
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Why This Matters for Your Career
Patent cliff in less than a year — expect lifecycle management and generic defense hiring
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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