diabetes meds Flashcards
1
Q
- Stimulate beta cells of the pancreas to produce insulin
- pt must have functioning pancreatic cells
contraindication: sulfa allergy
A
Sulfonylureas
2
Q
- Increases use of glucose by muscle & fat cells
- Decreases glucose production in liver
AE: lactic acidosis
A
Biguanides
3
Q
- Sensitizes the body tissue to insulin
- stimulates receptor sites to lower blood glucose and improve action of insulin
AE: CHF, hepatotoxicity
A
Thiazolidinediones/Glitazones (Actos)
4
Q
- Delays digestion of complex carbohydrates
- Reduces hyperglycemia right after meals
A
Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitors (Precose)
5
Q
- stimulates pancreas to secrete insulin
- T2DM only
A
Meglitinides
6
Q
T/F: a pt taking Biguanides should stop taking their medication 48h before use of contrast
A
T
7
Q
instruct pt to use alternative methods of birth control if they are taking _______
A
Thiazolidinediones/Glitazones (Actos)
8
Q
rapid-acting insulins:
A
Aspart (Novolog)& Lispro (Humalog)
9
Q
short-acting insulins:
A
Regular (Humulin R)
10
Q
Intermediate-acting insulin:
A
NPH
11
Q
long-acting insulin:
A
Glargine (Lantus) & Determir (Levemir)
12
Q
what is the only insulin that can be given IV?
A
regular
