Lupisit-100 Tablet contains sitagliptin (100 mg), which acts on your body in several ways:
DPP-4 Inhibition: Sitagliptin works by inhibiting an enzyme called dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP-4). This enzyme typically breaks down hormones referred to as incretins By inhibiting DPP-4, sitagliptin increases the levels of incretins in your body.
Increasing Insulin Levels: Incretins play a crucial role in regulating blood sugar by increasing the amount of insulin released by your pancreas. Insulin is a hormone that helps move sugar from your bloodstream into cells, where it's used for energy.
Decreasing Glucagon Levels: In addition to boosting insulin levels, incretins also decrease the amount of glucagon produced by your pancreas. Glucagon is a hormone that raises blood sugar levels.
By acting through these mechanisms, sitagliptin helps manage blood sugar levels in adults with Type 2 diabetes.