Saxagliptin hydrochloride

Saxagliptin Hydrochloride

Saxagliptin Hydrochloride (pronunciation: sax-uh-glip-tin hy-droh-klor-ide) is an oral diabetes medication that helps control blood sugar levels. It is used in people with type 2 diabetes. Saxagliptin works by regulating the levels of insulin your body produces after eating.

Etymology

The name "Saxagliptin" is derived from the scientific name of the compound, which is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor (DPP-4 inhibitor). The "Saxa-" prefix is a proprietary designation by the manufacturer, and "-gliptin" is a common suffix for drugs in this class.

Usage

Saxagliptin Hydrochloride is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is often used in combination with other diabetes medications, but is not for treating type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Saxagliptin Hydrochloride include runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, headache, stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. Serious side effects may include pancreatitis, severe joint pain, and allergic reactions.