Exenatide vs Insulin Glargine

## Exenatide vs Insulin Glargine: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Exenatide** and **Insulin Glargine**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Exenatide**: Synthetic exendin-4 GLP-1 receptor agonist enhancing glucose-dependent insulin secretion.

**Insulin Glargine**: Long-acting insulin analogue that binds insulin receptors.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Exenatide — 2.4 hours; Insulin Glargine — 12-24 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Type**: Exenatide — Protein; Insulin Glargine — Protein.