Incretin Mimetics, Glucagon-Like Peptide Receptor Agonists (GLP-1 Agonists) Flashcards by Jacey Taylor | Brainscape

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Common Facts

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Common ending: -tide

Commonly used to treat: type II diabetes mellitus

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Mechanism of Action

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Stimulate GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide) receptors in alpha and beta cells in pancreas

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Mechanism of Action

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Stimulate GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide) receptors in alpha and beta cells in pancreas
-Beta cell stimulation mediates insulin secretion when glucose
levels increase
Delay gastric emptying
-Causes decreased appetite
-Slows rise of post-prandial blood glucose levels

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Byetta

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Generic name: exenatide
Subcutaneous injection
Inject 60 minutes before morning and evening meal

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