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Drug profile · INN

rosiglitazone

rosiglitazone (AVANDAMET) is a peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma agonist.

EMA: unknown Alimentary tract and metabolism (A10) A10BD03
Patents linked 0
Pipeline programs 2
News articles 0
Drug details — rosiglitazone
Class
Alimentary tract and metabolism (A10)
Route
Patents
0
Programs
2
Data quality
0.83

Quick answer

rosiglitazone (AVANDAMET) is a peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma agonist.

Key facts

INN rosiglitazone
Brand AVANDAMET
Mechanism Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma agonist
Target Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma
Therapeutic class Alimentary tract and metabolism (A10)
ATC code A10BD03

Mechanism of action

Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma agonist

Primary target: Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA unknown

Pipeline programs

  1. Rosiglitazone Extended Release 2mg Phase 3 · GSK Glaxo Smith · Alzheimer's Disease
  2. rosiglitazone Phase 3 · Novo Nordisk A/S · Diabetes

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Frequently asked questions

What is rosiglitazone?

rosiglitazone (AVANDAMET) is a peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma agonist.

What is the brand name for rosiglitazone?

AVANDAMET is a marketed brand name for rosiglitazone. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.