Thiazolidinediones (PPAR) Flashcards
1
Q
Actos
A
plioglitazones
2
Q
How do PPARs lower blood sugar?
A
decrease insulin resistance in fat tissues, skeletal muscle, liver
3
Q
What are the adverse effects for PPARs?
A
weight gain, edema
4
Q
What are the drug interactions?
A
decrease efficacy of contraceptives
5
Q
What is a patient counseling point?
A
JAUNDICE
6
Q
What is the boxed warning?
A
congestive heart failure