Drug interactions
albiglutide + sitagliptin
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Overview
Sitagliptin and albiglutide both enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion through the incretin pathway, so using them together gives duplicated therapeutic action. Hypoglycemia is uncommon with this pairing alone but becomes more likely if a sulfonylurea or insulin is also taken. The combination offers little added benefit over either agent alone.
Mechanism of action
Additive pharmacodynamic effect, since a DPP-4 inhibitor and a GLP-1 receptor agonist both act on the incretin system.
Clinical management
Avoid routine combination of a DPP-4 inhibitor with a GLP-1 receptor agonist because of limited added benefit. If used together, monitor blood glucose and reduce any concurrent sulfonylurea or insulin dose.
Drug reference
Frequently asked questions
Can I take albiglutide with sitagliptin?
The interaction is rated: Moderate. Sitagliptin and albiglutide both enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion through the incretin pathway, so using them together gives duplicated therapeutic action. Hypoglycemia is uncommon with this pairing alone but becomes more likely if a sulfonylurea or insulin is also taken. The combination offers little added benefit over either agent alone.
How serious is the interaction between albiglutide and sitagliptin?
The interaction is rated: Moderate. Evidence level: Low.
How is the interaction between albiglutide and sitagliptin managed?
Avoid routine combination of a DPP-4 inhibitor with a GLP-1 receptor agonist because of limited added benefit. If used together, monitor blood glucose and reduce any concurrent sulfonylurea or insulin dose.
Why do albiglutide and sitagliptin interact?
Additive pharmacodynamic effect, since a DPP-4 inhibitor and a GLP-1 receptor agonist both act on the incretin system.
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