Insulin Glargine vs Sitagliptin

## Insulin Glargine vs Sitagliptin: Overview

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

## Mechanism of Action

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

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

## Pharmacokinetics

**Half-life**: Insulin Glargine — 12-24 hours; Sitagliptin — 12.4 hours.

## Chemical Properties

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

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

**Type**: Insulin Glargine — Protein; Sitagliptin — Small molecule.