Adipsin and Leptin Levels in Type 2 Diabetic Patients on Sitagliptin and Metformin Versus Metformin Therapy.

Journal: Sisli Etfal Hastanesi tip bulteni
Published Date: Dec 24, 2024

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: Adipsin and leptin are adipokines that link adipose tissue dysfunction and increased fat accumulation to obesity-related metabolic disorders. This study aimed to assess the effects of sitagliptin/metformin versus metformin monotherapy on the levels of adipsin, leptin, and lipid profile in type 2 diabetic patients.

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  • Sura Khalid Mohammed
    Department of Pharmacy Techniques, Northern Technical University, Mosul, Iraq.
  • Zainab Haitham Fathi
    Department of Pharmacognosy and Medicinal Plants, University of Mosul, College of Pharmacy, Mosul, Iraq.
  • Jehan Abdulwahab Mohammad
    Department of Pharmacognosy and Medicinal Plants, University of Mosul, College of Pharmacy, Mosul, Iraq.

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