Module 16 Flashcards
1
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alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
A
acarbose, miglitol - acts on intestines to slow digestion of carbs
2
Q
biguanides
A
metformin - acts on liver to prevent excessive glucose release, makes peripheral tissues more sensitive to insulin
3
Q
meglitinides
A
repaglinide - acts on pancreas to stimulate more secretion of insulin, short-acting
4
Q
sulfonylureas
A
tolbutamide, glipizide, glyburide, glimepiride - acts on pancreas to secrete more insulin
5
Q
thiazolidinediones
A
rosiglitazone, pioglitazone - acts on muscle cells to increase sensitivity of tissues (fat, muscle, liver) to insulin