Glossary Term

DPP-4 Enzyme

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TRT Authority Medical Team

DPP-4 Enzyme is a protein that breaks down GLP-1 and similar hormones in the body. Semaglutide's structure is modified to resist this enzyme, allowing the drug to remain active in circulation for approximately seven days rather than minutes.

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