Deck 1 - A) ENDOCRINE DRUGS Flashcards
1
Q
An anti-diabetic drug that works by opening Ca+ channels of the beta cells stimulating release of insulin?
A
Sulphonylureas
2
Q
A type of diabetes that is insulin dependent?
A
Type 1 DM
3
Q
A gland that regulates the body’s sodium balance?
A
Adrenal Cortex
4
Q
An anti-thyroid agent that prevents formation thyroid hormone and inhibit conversion of T4 and T3?
A
Thiomides
5
Q
An anti-diabetic drug for type II diabetes that decreases the insulin resistance, increase glucose uptake and decrease glucose production in liver?
A
Thiazolidinediones