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Placebo to alogliptin

Takeda · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Alogliptin inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) to increase incretin levels and improve blood glucose control in type 2 diabetes.

Alogliptin inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) to increase incretin levels and improve blood glucose control in type 2 diabetes. Used for Type 2 diabetes mellitus.

At a glance

Generic namePlacebo to alogliptin
SponsorTakeda
Drug classDPP-4 inhibitor
TargetDPP-4 (Dipeptidyl peptidase-4)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiabetes
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Alogliptin is a DPP-4 inhibitor that prevents the degradation of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP), thereby prolonging their action. This leads to increased insulin secretion and decreased glucagon secretion in a glucose-dependent manner, resulting in improved glycemic control without causing hypoglycemia.

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