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ertugliflozin / sitagliptin — Definition

ertugliflozin / sitagliptin / ertugliflozin / sitagliptin
Ertugliflozin is a drug that reduces blood sugar by reducing the absorption of glucose in the kidneys as a SGLT2 inhibitor. Sitagliptin increases insulin release by blocking the destruction of inkretin hormones as DPP-4 inhibitor and reduces glucose release. This combination is used to control blood glucose levels in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Both drugs are taken orally and are often prescribed in addition to diet and exercise.
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❓ What is ertugliflozin / sitagliptin?
ertugliflozin / sitagliptin; ertugliflozin is a drug that reduces blood sugar by reducing the absorption of glucose in the kidneys as a SGLT2 inhibitor. Sitagliptin increases insulin release by blocking the destruction of inkretin hormones as DPP-4 inhibitor and reduces glucose release. This combination is used to control blood glucose levels in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Both drugs are taken orally and are often prescribed in addition to diet and exercise.
❓ What is ertugliflozin / sitagliptin in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "ertugliflozin / sitagliptin" is ertugliflozin / sitagliptin.
❓ Which medical field is ertugliflozin / sitagliptin related to?
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