Gosogliptin

Gosogliptin is a drug for the treatment of type [II diabetes]. It is in the class of dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors. It was discovered and developed through Phase 1 and Phase 2 by Pfizer. The crystal structure of DPP-4 in complex with gosogliptin is available. Its metabolism, excretion and pharmacokinetics in rat, dog and human have been described. A cost efficient route has been published. Other studies including Phase 3 studies were conducted in Russia. It is approved for use in Russia.