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Obesity
Dapiglutide
Dapiglutide is a potential first-in-class GLP-1R/GLP-2R
dual agonist for obesity and low-grade inflammation
Design of molecule
ZEAL&
ZEALAND PHARMA
Positioning opportunities and differentiation
Dapiglutide is derived from a GLP-2 peptide backbone with
amino acid substitutions to 'dial in' GLP-1R activity
Obesity - pursuing ≥20% weight loss
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GLP-1 component reduces body weight and GLP-2
has potential for additional anti-inflammatory effects¹
Safety and tolerability - similar to other GLP-1RA-
based weight-loss medications
Designed with higher potency towards the GLP-1R
while retaining activity on the GLP-2R2
Cardiovascular benefits - potential cardioprotective
benefits from GLP-1 agonism and additional anti-
inflammatory effect from GLP-2 agonism
Long-acting with a half-life (123–129 hours) that is
suitable for once-weekly administration³
Comorbidities - potential for regenerative effects to
address organ damage associated with low-grade
inflammation, such as NASH and Alzheimer's disease
Sources: 1. Drucker & Yusta. Annu Rev Physiol 2014;76:561-583; 2. Reiner et al. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr 2022;46(5):1107-1118; 3. Data presented by Agersnap at the 82nd ADA Scientific Sessions, June 3-7, 2022.
GLP-1-glucagon-like peptide-1; GLP-1R-glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor; GLP-2-glucagon-like peptide-2; GLP-2R-glucagon-like peptide-2 receptor.
Intellectual property: Composition of matter, patent expiry in 2037. Patent-term extension up to 5 years, i.e. 2042. Potential rights beyond 2042 based on patent applications and additional elements.
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