Thiazolidinediones
Background Thiazolidinediones (TZD ) also known as glitazones were discovered by researchers from Takenda Chemical Industries in Japan .The researchers […]
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A guide to understanding different insulin types.
The discovery of insulin in 1922 was an important milestone in the treatment and management of diabetes. Insulin used was
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What are DPP4 inhibitors and how do they work?
Members of this family : Sitagliptin, Vildagliptin, Saxagliptin. Background The DPP4 enzyme was first identified in 1966. Its role in
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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists
Members of this family : Exenatide, Liraglutide, Semiglutide, Dulaglutide and Tirzepatide ( incretin dual agonist). Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists also
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SGLT2 inhibitors
Members of this family: Empagliflozin and Dapagliflozin The History of Sodium -Glucose Co- Transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors can be traced back
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Biguanides
Members of this family: Metformin History Biguanides are one of the oldest group of medications used in the treatment