Module 16 Flashcards

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alpha-glucosidase inhibitors

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acarbose, miglitol - acts on intestines to slow digestion of carbs

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biguanides

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metformin - acts on liver to prevent excessive glucose release, makes peripheral tissues more sensitive to insulin

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meglitinides

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repaglinide - acts on pancreas to stimulate more secretion of insulin, short-acting

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sulfonylureas

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tolbutamide, glipizide, glyburide, glimepiride - acts on pancreas to secrete more insulin

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thiazolidinediones

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rosiglitazone, pioglitazone - acts on muscle cells to increase sensitivity of tissues (fat, muscle, liver) to insulin

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