Diabetes Flashcards
1
Q
DM diagnosis
A
Fasting glucose of 126 mg/dl
2 hrs post 75g loading dose >200 mg/dl
Symptoms of diabetes and a glucose of >200
2
Q
Mechanism of action of sulfonylureas
A
Stimulate insulin release (glyburide)
3
Q
Mechanism of action of biguanides
A
Increases sensitivity to insulin in peripheral tissues (metformin)
4
Q
Mechanism of action of thiazolidinediones
A
Decreases peripheral resistance to insulin (troglitazone)
