Liraglutide vs Sitagliptin

## Liraglutide vs Sitagliptin: Overview

This comparison examines the pharmacological differences between **Liraglutide** and **Sitagliptin**.

## Mechanism of Action

**Liraglutide**: GLP-1 receptor agonist enhancing insulin secretion.

**Sitagliptin**: DPP-4 inhibitor increasing incretin levels.

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Liraglutide — 13 hours; Sitagliptin — 12.4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

**Molecular Formula**: Liraglutide — N/A; Sitagliptin — C16H15F6N5O.

**Molecular Weight**: Liraglutide — N/A; Sitagliptin — 407.3140 g/mol.

**Type**: Liraglutide — Protein; Sitagliptin — Small molecule.