Elafibranor
A peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor agonist used to treat primary biliary cholangitis in adults with intolerance of inadequate response to ursodeoxycholic acid.
Overview
Elafibranor is a dual peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) α and β/δ agonist 2 that works to inhibit bile acid synthesis.4 On June 10, 2024, elafibranor was granted accelerated approval by the FDA for the treatment of primary biliary cholangitis (PBC).5 The drug was also approved by the EMA on September 23, 2024.
Synonyms: GFT-505; 2J3H5C81A5 (UNII code); Iqirvo; Elafibranorum; PROPANOIC ACID, 2-(2,6-DIMETHYL-4-((1E)-3-(4-(METHYLTHIO)PHENYL)-3-OXO-1-PROPEN-1-YL)PHENOXY)-; PROPANOIC ACID, 2-(2,6-DIMETHYL-4-(3-(4-(METHYLTHIO)PHENYL)-3-OXO-1-PROPEN-1-YL)PHENOXY)-2-METHYL-
Mol File: 824932-88-9.mol
Physicochemical Properties
Melting point: 140-144°C
Boiling point: 569.0±50.0°C (Predicted)
Density: 1.21±0.1 g/cm³ (Predicted)
Storage conditions: Amber Vial, -20°C Freezer
Solubility: Slightly soluble in DMSO, slightly soluble in methanol
Form: Solid
Acidity coefficient (pKa): 3.34±0.11 (Predicted)
Color: Viscous Yellow
Stability: Photosensitive
MSDS Information
Experimental Data
1. Cell experiment
Solubility in DMSO: ≥ 33 mg/mL (85.83 mM; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of the product, please use newly opened DMSO)
Preparing Stock Solutions:

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Storage method and duration of stock solution: -80°C, 1 year; -20°C, 6 months. When stored at -80°C, use within 1 year; when stored at -20°C, use within 6 months.
2. Animal experiment
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Scheme 1
Please add each solvent in sequence: 10% DMSO, 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)
Solubility: 2.17 mg/mL (5.64 mM); Suspension; Ultrasonic assistance is required.
This scheme yields a uniform suspension of 2.17 mg/mL, which can be used for oral and intraperitoneal injection.
Taking 1 mL of working solution as an example: add 100 μL of 21.7 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 900 μL of 20% SBE-β-CD in saline, and mix well.
Dissolve 2 g of SBE-β-CD (sulfobutylether β-cyclodextrin) powder in normal saline to a volume of 10 mL, and dissolve completely until clear and transparent.
Pharmacodynamics
Elafibranor inhibits bile acid synthesis. It was also shown to improve insulin sensitivity, glucose homeostasis, and lipid metabolism.In patients with PBC, elafibranor reduced the mean levels of alkaline phosphatase (ALP).
An in vitro PPAR functional assay showed that both elafibranor and GFT1007 produced activation of PPARalpha (EC50 = 46 nM and 14 nM, respectively, and Emax = 56% and 61%, respectively, relative to reference agonists). The potency of elafibranor and GFT1007 for PPAR-alpha activation exceeded the respective potencies for PPAR-gamma and PPAR-delta activation by approximately 3- to 8-fold
Mechanism Of Action
Proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) is a nuclear receptor that regulates numerical cellular processes, including lipid metabolism and inflammation.Different subtypes of PPARs have different roles and functions, and two of these subtypes - PPAR-alpha (α) and PPAR-delta (δ) (also known as PPARβ) - have been identified as therapeutic targets for diabetes and lipid disorders. PPARα controls lipid flux in the liver and regulates plasma levels of triglycerides and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. PPARδ activation leads to fatty acid transport and oxidation, increased HDL levels, and improved glucose homeostasis. PPARα and PPARδ also mediate anti-inflammatory actions
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