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Linagliptin vs Saxagliptin

Compare Linagliptin and Saxagliptin side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.

LinagliptinSaxagliptin
Drug classDipeptidyl Peptidase 4 InhibitorDipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitor
Used to treatType 2 diabetesType 2 diabetes
Generic priceNo generic price listedFrom $1.04 each, about $31.16 for 30 (5 mg tablet)
Brand priceTradjenta: from $16.80 each, about $504 for 30 (5 mg tablet)No brand price listed
Generic savingsNot listedNot listed