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DPP-4 inhibitor

Brigham and Women's Hospital · FDA-approved active Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026 Quality 2/100

DPP-4 inhibitor is a Small molecule drug developed by Brigham and Women's Hospital. It is currently FDA-approved. Also known as: Sitagliptin, ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE/METFORMIN HCL, ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE, ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE/PIOGLITAZONE HCL.

DPP-4 inhibitors are a class of oral medications that block the enzyme dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) and are used to treat diabetes mellitus type 2. They are also being studied for other conditions, including diabetes, immune thrombocytopenia, blood coagulation disorders, and thrombocytopenia, although the specific indications may vary.

At a glance

Generic nameDPP-4 inhibitor
Also known asSitagliptin, ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE/METFORMIN HCL, ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE, ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE/PIOGLITAZONE HCL, SAXAGLIPTIN HCL
SponsorBrigham and Women's Hospital
ModalitySmall molecule
PhaseFDA-approved

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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Frequently asked questions about DPP-4 inhibitor

What is DPP-4 inhibitor?

DPP-4 inhibitor is a Small molecule drug developed by Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Who makes DPP-4 inhibitor?

DPP-4 inhibitor is developed and marketed by Brigham and Women's Hospital (see full Brigham and Women's Hospital pipeline at /company/brigham-and-women-s-hospital).

Is DPP-4 inhibitor also known as anything else?

DPP-4 inhibitor is also known as Sitagliptin, ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE/METFORMIN HCL, ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE, ALOGLIPTIN BENZOATE/PIOGLITAZONE HCL, SAXAGLIPTIN HCL.

What development phase is DPP-4 inhibitor in?

DPP-4 inhibitor is FDA-approved (marketed).

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