DPP-4 carries out its exopeptidase activity by cleaving proteins or peptides after encountering a proline or alanine in the second position from the N-terminal end of the amino acid chain
This helps people feel full faster and for longer
That extra tissue not only obscures a patients progress but can create chronic irritation, interfere with exercise, and lead to skin problems or infection
Several large trials have found that the cardiovascular benefits of GLP-1s appear almost immediately, while weight loss takes time
It has also partnered with Indian pharmaceutical companies to introduce second brands across diabetes and obesity indications, widening its reach ahead of generic competition
Injection-based therapies face significant resistance from younger patients, and the weekly injection requirement, while manageable for motivated adults, can become a source of family conflict and treatment discontinuation in teenagers