Clinical Trials

Multiple completed clinical trials sponsored by Takeda have evaluated trelagliptin across Phase 1 and Phase 3 development. These studies investigated bioequivalence following oral administration in healthy volunteers, as well as glycemic response in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. All evaluated trials have reached completed status, contributing key clinical data regarding the compound's pharmacokinetic and therapeutic profile.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT02512068 Completed
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Takeda
2015-08-07 Phase 3
NCT02372097 Completed
Healthy
Takeda
2015-03 Phase 1

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)

Check the Trelagliptin product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Trelagliptin potently and selectively binds to dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4), effectively blocking the enzymatic cleavage and inactivation of endogenous incretin hormones such as glucagon-like peptide-1. By prolonging active incretin signaling to stimulate glucose-dependent insulin secretion and suppress glucagon release, this mechanism helps restore normoglycemia in patients evaluated for type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Appendix RUO and cGMP Quality Standards

Quality Dimension RUO (Research Use Only) cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice)
Clinical Applicability Prohibited in human clinical trials or medical diagnostics. Mandatory for human clinical trials (Phase I–III) and therapies.
Regulatory Status Non-regulated grade; exempt from drug manufacturing laws. Legally enforced by health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, NMPA).
Facility Environment Unclassified analytical or research laboratories. Validated Cleanrooms (ISO Class 5–8) with continuous monitoring.
Quality Control Basic purity and activity testing. Rigorous safety release testing (Sterility, Endotoxin, Mycoplasma).
Process Validation Basic equipment calibration; no process validation required. Full qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and complete batch records.
Quality Assurance Vendor self-declared without required formal QMS. Mandatory QA/QC unit, Change Control, CAPA, and vendor audits.
Regulatory Impact High risk of IND rejection if used as a critical raw material. Required for IND/NDA filings, supported by Drug Master Files (DMF).

Footnotes

Regulatory Note: Governed by FDA (21 CFR Parts 210/211/312), EMA (EudraLex Vol 4), ICH Guidelines (E6/Q7/Q9/Q10), and compendial standards (USP <71>/<85>/<1043>).

Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.