Guanylate Cyclase-C Agonist [EPC] - N0000185500

Pharmacologic Class Information

Pharmacologic Code N0000185500
Pharmacologic Name Guanylate Cyclase-C Agonist
Pharmacologic Uses
  • guanylate cyclase-C agonist
Pharmacologic Concept Established Pharmacologic Classes - [EPC]
Pharmacologic Concept Description An established pharmacologic class is a term or phrase that is scientifically valid and clinically meaningful according to the following definitions:
  • A scientifically valid pharmacologic class is supported by documented and submitted empiric evidence showing that the drug's pharmacologic class is known, not theoretical, and relevant and specific to the indication.
  • A clinically meaningful pharmacologic class term or phrase enhances the ability of professionals to understand physiologic effects related to the indication or to anticipate undesirable effects that may be associated with the drug or pharmacologic class.

NDC Products with Guanylate Cyclase-C Agonist

The table contains 5 products whose active ingredient are classified under the same pharmacologic class Guanylate Cyclase-C Agonist [EPC].

NDC Proprietary Name Non-Proprietary Name Dosage Form Route Name Company Name Status
0456-1201Linzess Non-Proprietary Name: LinaclotideCapsule, Gelatin CoatedOralAllergan, Inc.ACTIVE
0456-1202Linzess Non-Proprietary Name: LinaclotideCapsule, Gelatin CoatedOralAllergan, Inc.ACTIVE
0456-1203Linzess Non-Proprietary Name: LinaclotideCapsule, Gelatin CoatedOralAllergan, Inc.ACTIVE
65649-003Trulance Immediate releaseNon-Proprietary Name: PlecanatideTabletOralSalix Pharmaceuticals Inc.ACTIVE
70194-003Trulance Immediate releaseNon-Proprietary Name: PlecanatideTabletOralSynergy Pharmaceuticals Inc.ACTIVE