Sitagliptin (Januvia) is an example of a __________ indicated in the treatment of diabetes.
A) Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4)
B) Meglitinide
C) Sulfonylurea
D) Thiazolinedione

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Sitagliptin (Januvia) is a Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor, which works by increasing the levels of incretin hormones, thereby increasing insulin release and decreasing glucagon levels in the blood in a glucose-dependent manner.

Sitagliptin (Januvia) Is an Example of a __________ Indicated in the Treatment