Session 4: Mechanisms Of Action

Question 1

Synthetic T4 hormone that exerts the same physiologic effect as endogenous T4.

Answer 1

Thyroid Replacement Hormone

Question 2

an enzyme that slows inactivation of incretin hormones involved in the regulation of glucose homeostasis.

Answer 2

Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 Enzyme Inhibitors (DPP IV Inhibitor

Question 3

Decreases hepatic glucose production, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity by increasing peripheral glucose uptake and utilization.

Answer 3

Biguanides

Question 4

Stimulation of insulin secretion from beta cells of the pancreatic islet tissue. Peak plasma concentration 1-3 hours following oral dose.

Answer 4

2nd Generation Sulfonlyureas

Question 5

Facilitates uptake of glucose into skeletal and adipose body cells and reduces blood glucose by stimulating glycolysis, the metabolism of glucose.

Answer 5

Insulin