Jump to content

DPP IV Enzyme

fontanalucy
in Medical Science

Featured Replies

Hello there, I have a question for you I hope you can answer. There are enzyme supplements with DPP IV that are being used by children on the autism spectrum. Some of these children present with autoimmune conditions that are mediated by TH17 cells. Would supplementing DPP IV put these children at risk for a worsening of their autoimmune symptoms?

  • 2 weeks later...

Do you mean dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP-4)? Explain to me what the link is between TH17 and DPP-4; I'm not going to look it up.

Only thing I know about DPP-4 (if we're talking about the same), is that it breaks down glucagon and other incretins, possibly leading to a hypoglycemia?

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.

Configure browser push notifications
Chrome (Android)
  1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
  2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
  3. Adjust your preference.
Chrome (Desktop)
  1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
  2. Select Site settings.
  3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.