PREMALINTIDE Flashcards
1
Q
What is Pramlintide an analogue of?
A
The hormone amylin
2
Q
List three effects of Pramlintide.
A
- Increases satiety
- Decreases body weight
- Slows gastric emptying
3
Q
How does Pramlintide affect glucagon secretion?
A
It suppresses glucagon secretion in conjunction with insulin
4
Q
Is Pramlintide effective for type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, or both?
A
Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes
5
Q
True or False: Pramlintide is associated with significant weight gain.
A
False
6
Q
Fill in the blank: Pramlintide is associated with _______.
A
[modest weight loss]
