Diabetes Drugs Flashcards
What is the drug class of Insulin Rapid Acting?
Rapid-acting insulin
What is the mechanism of action for Insulin Rapid Acting?
Mimics natural insulin, facilitating glucose uptake by cells
What are the drug targets for Insulin Rapid Acting?
Insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells
What is the expected time for effect of Insulin Rapid Acting?
Onset in 5-15 minutes, peak at 45-75 minutes, duration of 3-5 hours
What are the pharmacokinetics of Insulin Rapid Acting?
Rapid absorption, distributed in extracellular fluid, metabolized by liver and kidneys, excreted in urine
What are the dosage ranges for Insulin Rapid Acting?
Varies based on individual needs
What is a key feature of Insulin Rapid Acting?
Used for mealtime blood sugar control
What is the drug class of Insulin Short Acting?
Short-acting insulin
What is the mechanism of action for Insulin Short Acting?
Facilitates glucose uptake by cells
What are the drug targets for Insulin Short Acting?
Insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells
What is the expected time for effect of Insulin Short Acting?
Onset in 30-60 minutes, peak at 2-4 hours, duration of 6-8 hours
What are the pharmacokinetics of Insulin Short Acting?
Absorbed subcutaneously, distributed in extracellular fluid, metabolized by liver and kidneys, excreted in urine
What are the dosage ranges for Insulin Short Acting?
Varies based on individual needs
What is a key feature of Insulin Short Acting?
Used for mealtime blood sugar control
What is the drug class of Insulin Intermediate Acting?
Intermediate-acting insulin
What is the mechanism of action for Insulin Intermediate Acting?
Facilitates glucose uptake by cells
What are the drug targets for Insulin Intermediate Acting?
Insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells
What is the expected time for effect of Insulin Intermediate Acting?
Onset in about 2 hours, peak at 4-12 hours, duration of 18-26 hours
What are the pharmacokinetics of Insulin Intermediate Acting?
Absorbed subcutaneously, distributed in extracellular fluid, metabolized by liver and kidneys, excreted in urine
What are the dosage ranges for Insulin Intermediate Acting?
Varies based on individual needs
What is a key feature of Insulin Intermediate Acting?
Provides basal insulin coverage
What is the drug class of Insulin Long Acting?
Long-acting insulin
What is the mechanism of action for Insulin Long Acting?
Facilitates glucose uptake by cells
What are the drug targets for Insulin Long Acting?
Insulin receptors on muscle and fat cells
What is the expected time for effect of Insulin Long Acting?
Onset in 1-2 hours, no peak, duration of 14-24 hours
What are the pharmacokinetics of Insulin Long Acting?
Absorbed subcutaneously, distributed in extracellular fluid, metabolized by liver and kidneys, excreted in urine
What are the dosage ranges for Insulin Long Acting?
Varies based on individual needs
What is a key feature of Insulin Long Acting?
Provides basal insulin coverage
What is the drug class of Metformin?
Biguanide
What is the mechanism of action for Metformin?
Decreases hepatic glucose production, increases insulin sensitivity
What are the drug targets for Metformin?
Liver, muscle cells
What is the expected time for effect of Metformin?
Onset in hours, peak at 2-3 hours, duration of 8-12 hours
What are the pharmacokinetics of Metformin?
Absorbed in the small intestine, not metabolized, excreted unchanged in urine
What are the dosage ranges for Metformin?
500-2000 mg/day
What is a key feature of Metformin?
First-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, no risk of hypoglycemia
What is the drug class of Sulfonylureas?
Sulfonylureas