Antidiabetics Flashcards
1
Q
Biguanides
A
Oral
Not for type 1
Metformin (Glucophage) - B12 & metallic taste
Decrease production glucose by the liver and intestinal absorption of glucose
2
Q
Sulfonylureas
A
Oral
Stimulate insulin production
Glipizide (glucotrol)
Beta cells
3
Q
Glinides
A
Oral
Increase Insulin production
(Prandin) repaglinide
4
Q
Thiazolidinediones (glitazones)
A
Oral
Insulin sensitizing drugs
5
Q
Amylin agonist
A
SQ injection
6
Q
Incretin mimetics
A
Injectable
Only used for type 1