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sitagliptin OR saxagliptin

University of Sao Paulo General Hospital · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Sitagliptin and saxagliptin are dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors, which increase the levels of incretin hormones to enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion.

Sitagliptin and saxagliptin are dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors, which increase the levels of incretin hormones to enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion. Used for Type 2 diabetes, Adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes.

At a glance

Generic namesitagliptin OR saxagliptin
Also known asjanuvia ® OR onglyza ®
SponsorUniversity of Sao Paulo General Hospital
Drug classDPP-4 inhibitor
TargetDPP-4
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDiabetes
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

DPP-4 inhibitors like sitagliptin and saxagliptin work by blocking the action of DPP-4, an enzyme that breaks down incretin hormones. This leads to increased levels of incretin hormones, which in turn stimulate the release of insulin from the pancreas in a glucose-dependent manner. As a result, blood glucose levels are lowered, and the risk of hypoglycemia is reduced.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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