GLP-1: a new intervention for diabetes Part two, DPP-4 inhibitors
GM, 38, April, 2008
Two classes of anti-diabetic drugs have been introduced recently, exenatide injection mimicking
glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and dipeptidyl dipeptidase-4 (DPP-4 ) inhibitor tablets that hinder
the breakdown of GLP-1. These drugs reduce HbA1c by 0·8 to 1·0%, without causing hypoglycaemia,
have a beneficial effect on weight, and are an additional option for safe glycaemic control in older
diabetic people. In the second of two articles we review the evidence for DPP-4 inhibitors. Part one,
covering exenatide, was published in GM2: Heart and Diabetes.
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