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About SGLT2 Inhibitors

Glucose is normally filtered by the kidney, but nearly all of it is reabsorbed in the proximal tubule by SGLT2, which is located almost exclusively in the kidney. For patients with diabetes, retention of excess glucose by this pathway contributes to persistent high blood glucose levels, or hyperglycemia. Inhibiting SGLT2 activity modulates reabsorption of glucose in the kidney, resulting in excretion of glucose in the urine. Research, in animal models, indicates that modulation of renal glucose absorption with SGLT2 inhibition reduces blood glucose independent of insulin secretion or action.

Bristol-Myers Squibb and AstraZeneca Partnership

In January 2007, Bristol-Myers Squibb and AstraZeneca entered into a collaboration to develop and commercialize saxagliptin and dapagliflozin, two compounds under investigation by Bristol-Myers Squibb for the treatment of diabetes. Both companies will jointly set development and commercial strategy for the two compounds. AstraZeneca will provide funding for the majority of currently planned development activities; additional development activity will be funded equally.

About Bristol-Myers Squibb

Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global pharmaceutical and related healthcare products company whose mission is to extend and enhance human life.

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