SGLT2 + DPP4 combi benefit expansion has increased
By Lee, Tak-Sun | translator Kim, Jung-Ju
23.03.13 15:50:25
5 items of benefit applied within the first half
Including domestic companies LG Chem and Donga ST
As the insurance authorities decided to expand the combined coverage of major diabetes drugs from April, applications for reimbursement for related complex drugs are continuing. MSD Stegluzan's application for benefits was recently confirmed, and Dong-A ST Sugadapa, which was approved on the 13th, plans to apply for benefits this month. Accordingly, it is understood that a total of five items will be applied for benefits within this month. According to the industry on the 13th, two-dose items of MSD Stegluzan were applied for and the HIRA was calculated. Stegluzan is a combination of the SGLT-2 inhibitory ingredient Ertugliflozin L-pyroglutamic acid and DPP-4 inhibitory ingredient Sitagliptin Phosphate Hydrate. For Er
Lee, Tak-Sun(hooggasi2@dailypharm.com)