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Saxagliptin

Oral hypoglycaemic agents

Description

works by increasing levels of natural substances called incretins. Incretins help to control blood sugar by increasing insulin release, especially after a meal.

Mechanism of action

It inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase IV (DPP-IV) enzyme resulting in prolonged active incretin levels.

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Mechanism of action

It inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase IV (DPP-IV) enzyme resulting in prolonged active incretin levels.

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