Additional information
| Therapeutic Segment | Anti-diabetic |
|---|---|
| Dosage Form | Tablets |
| Specialities | Diabetologist, Physician |
Sitagliptin and metformin are oral medications that work together to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes -
Sitagliptin: A dipeptidyl-peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor that increases the body's production of insulin. Sitagliptin works by blocking the breakdown of incretin hormones, which are released after eating and stimulate the pancreas to produce insulin. Sitagliptin also signals the liver to stop producing sugar when blood sugar levels are high.
Metformin: Decreases the amount of sugar the liver produces and reduces the amount of sugar absorbed by the intestines. Metformin also helps the body use sugar more efficiently.
As directed by physician
