Anti-diabetic medications are used to manage blood glucose levels in individuals with diabetes mellitus, especially Type 2 diabetes. These drugs work through various mechanisms—enhancing insulin secretion, increasing insulin sensitivity, reducing glucose absorption, or delaying glucose production by the liver.

Common Classes:

• Biguanides (e.g., Metformin)
• Sulfonylureas (e.g., Glimepiride)
• DPP-4 inhibitors (e.g., Sitagliptin)
• SGLT2 inhibitors (e.g., Empagliflozin)
• Insulins (Rapid, Intermediate, Long-acting)

Usage: Essential for glycemic control, prevention of complications (neuropathy, nephropathy, retinopathy), and long-term disease management.