What is nesina?

What is Nesina?

Nesina is a brand name for dutaster? No—Nesina is actually a brand of alogliptin, a medicine used to treat type 2 diabetes. [1]

What does Nesina (alogliptin) do?

Alogliptin helps lower blood sugar by increasing incretin activity, which helps the body release more insulin (especially after meals) and reduces glucagon levels. [1]

What is Nesina used for?

Nesina is used in adults with type 2 diabetes to help improve blood glucose control. [1]

How is Nesina usually taken?

Nesina is taken as an oral tablet. The exact dose depends on the person and their kidney function. [1]

Who should be careful with Nesina?

People with kidney problems generally need dosing adjustments with alogliptin, because the drug is cleared by the kidneys. [1]

Sources

[1] https://www.drugs.com/nesina.html