Peptidase DPP-IV, (also known as CD26) is a ubiquitous, membrane-bound enzyme.
Uses
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These medicines help keep blood sugar in a target range without causing low blood sugar or weight gain.
Benefits
Beneficial in:
- nutrition
- metabolism
- the immune and endocrine systems
- bone marrow mobilization
- cancer growth
- cell adhesion
Cautions
n/a
Interactions
n/a
Other names
adenosine deaminase complexing protein 2 or CD26
References
Source: WebMD, http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/selective-dipeptidyl-peptidase-4-inhibitors-dpp-4-inhibitors
Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dipeptidyl_peptidase-4
Tocris.com, https://www.tocris.com/pharmacologicalBrowser.php?ItemId=218986&Information=True#.WW2kOIjyjb0