Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 Inhibitors (DPP-4 Inhibitors)

Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors are medications used to help manage type 2 diabetes. They work by blocking an enzyme called DPP-4, which normally destroys hormones that help regulate blood sugar levels. By inhibiting DPP-4, these drugs increase the levels of these helpful hormones, prompting the body to produce more insulin and decrease sugar production in the liver. This results in better blood sugar control. DPP-4 inhibitors are often prescribed because they are effective and tend to have fewer side effects compared to some other diabetes medications.