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Placebo matching with Sitagliptin

AstraZeneca · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Sitagliptin inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) to increase levels of incretin hormones, which stimulate insulin secretion in response to glucose.

Sitagliptin inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) to increase levels of incretin hormones, which stimulate insulin secretion in response to glucose. Used for Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

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Generic namePlacebo matching with Sitagliptin
SponsorAstraZeneca
Drug classDPP-4 inhibitor
TargetDPP-4 (Dipeptidyl peptidase-4)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiabetes
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Sitagliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that prevents the degradation of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP). By prolonging the action of these incretin hormones, sitagliptin enhances glucose-dependent insulin secretion and reduces glucagon secretion, thereby lowering blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. This mechanism is glucose-dependent, meaning insulin is only stimulated when blood glucose is elevated, reducing hypoglycemia risk.

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