Saxagliptin vs Sitagliptin
Compare Saxagliptin and Sitagliptin side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.
| Saxagliptin | Sitagliptin | |
|---|---|---|
| Drug class | Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitor | Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 Inhibitor |
| Used to treat | Type 2 diabetes | Type 2 diabetes |
| Generic price | From $1.04 each, about $31.16 for 30 (5 mg tablet) | From $3.47 each, about $104 for 30 (25 mg tablet) |
| Brand price | No brand price listed | Januvia: from $10.54 each, about $316 for 30 (25 mg tablet) |
| Generic savings | Not listed | Generic costs about 65% less than the brand |