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KAZANO

ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE
Metabolic Approved 2013-01-25
3
Indications
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Phase 3 Trials
13
Years on Market

Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
2013-01-25
Routes
ORAL
Dosage Forms
TABLET

Companies

KAZANO Approval History

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What KAZANO Treats

1 indications

KAZANO is approved for 1 conditions since its original approval in 2013. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Type 2 Diabetes
Source: FDA Label

KAZANO Boxed Warning

LACTIC ACIDOSIS Postmarketing cases of metformin-associated lactic acidosis have resulted in death, hypothermia, hypotension, and resistant bradyarrhythmias. The onset of metformin-associated lactic acidosis is often subtle, accompanied only by nonspecific symptoms such as malaise, myalgias, respiratory distress, somnolence, and abdominal pain. Metformin-associated lactic acidosis was characterized by elevated blood lactate levels (greater than 5 mmol/L), anion gap acidosis (without evidence of ...

KAZANO Target & Pathway

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Target

GLP-1 (Glucagon-Like Peptide-1) Incretin Receptor

A hormone released after eating that stimulates insulin secretion, suppresses glucagon, slows gastric emptying, and promotes satiety. GLP-1 receptor agonists mimic these effects, improving blood sugar control and promoting weight loss in diabetes and obesity.

KAZANO Competitors

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Competitors share the same molecular target (GLP-1). Earlier expiry dates signal biosimilar/generic opportunities.

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Ongoing clinical trials by development phase

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Key Completed Trials

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Completed studies with published results, ranked by significance

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Trial Timeline

Full development history with FDA approval milestones

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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.

KAZANO FDA Label Details

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Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

KAZANO is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. KAZANO is a combination of alogliptin, a dipeptidyl-peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor and metformin hydrochloride (HCl), a biguanide, indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Limitations of Use: Should not be used in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus. Limitations of Use KAZANO is not recommended for use in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus.

⚠️ BOXED WARNING

WARNING: LACTIC ACIDOSIS Postmarketing cases of metformin-associated lactic acidosis have resulted in death, hypothermia, hypotension, and resistant bradyarrhythmias. The onset of metformin-associated lactic acidosis is often subtle, accompanied only by nonspecific symptoms such as malaise, myalgias...

KAZANO Patents & Exclusivity

Latest Patent: May 2029
Exclusivity: Jul 2026

Patents (8 active)

US8900638 Expires May 24, 2029
US7807689 Expires Jun 27, 2028

Exclusivity

M-300 Until Jul 2026
M-300 Until Jul 2026
M-300 Until Jul 2026
M-300 Until Jul 2026
Source: FDA Orange Book

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