NDAORALTABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE
Approved
Dec 2016
Lifecycle
Peak
Competitive Pressure
0/100
Data completeness
5/8 — Partial
IRA Negotiated
SYNJARDY XR (empagliflozin, metformin hydrochloride) by Boehringer Ingelheim is sodium-glucose transporter 2 inhibitors [moa]. Approved for sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor [epc]. First approved in 2016.
Drug data last refreshed Yesterday · AI intelligence enriched 3w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
SYNJARDY XR is a fixed-dose combination tablet containing empagliflozin (SGLT2 inhibitor) and metformin hydrochloride (extended-release) for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. It works by inhibiting sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 to increase urinary glucose excretion while metformin reduces hepatic glucose production. The extended-release formulation improves patient convenience and adherence.
$278MPart D
PeakStable
8.3 years to LOEPeak-stage product with substantial spending ($278M) supports mid-sized commercial infrastructure, but IRA price reduction signals margin pressure and potential team consolidation by 2026.
Mechanism of Action
Sodium-Glucose Transporter 2 Inhibitors
Pharmacologic Class:
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitor
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Why This Matters for Your Career
$278M Medicare spend — this is a commercially significant brand
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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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