PPARG (Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor Gamma)
PPARG
Nuclear receptor regulating glucose and lipid metabolism, adipocyte differentiation.
Function
Thiazolidinediones (pioglitazone) activate PPARG to improve insulin sensitivity.
Drugs Acting on This Target
| Drug | Action | Primary |
|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Agonist | Yes |
| Insulin Glargine | Agonist | Yes |
| Liraglutide | Agonist | Yes |
| Semaglutide | Agonist | Yes |
| Tirzepatide | Agonist | Yes |
| Prednisone | Agonist | Yes |
| Dexamethasone | Agonist | Yes |
| Levothyroxine | Agonist | Yes |
| Spironolactone | Antagonist | Yes |
| Tamoxifen | Antagonist | Yes |
| Sitagliptin | Inhibitor | Yes |
| Finasteride | Inhibitor | Yes |
| Empagliflozin | Inhibitor | Yes |
| Metformin | Other | Yes |
| Montelukast | Other | — |