Antidiabetic Drugs

Question 1

Sulfonylureas Action/Use

Answer 1

1) stimulate the release of insulin and increase sensitivity of insulin receptors on cells

Question 2

Most Common Medication for Sulforylureas

Answer 2

Glucotrol

Question 3

Glucotrol Duration

Answer 3

12-24 hrs

Question 4

Considerations/contraindications with Sulfonylureas

Answer 4

Type 2 - If insulin started sulfonylureas are stopped
Conditions predisposed to hypoglycemia
Can not use is allergic to sulfa or urea
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Question 5

Sulfonylureas side effects

Answer 5

Hypoglycemia , dixiness , headache , skin rash , weight gain

Question 6

Non-Sulfonylureas Action/Use

Answer 6

Biguanides - tell liver to cut down on glucose production
Alpha- Glucosidase - keeps carbs from being absorbed so quickly to prevent glucose spikes

Question 7

Common Med for Non-Sulfonylureas

Answer 7

Glucophage (Metformin)

Question 8

What does Glucophage do?

Answer 8

Decrease production of glucose from liver

Question 9

Side effects of Non-sulfonylureas

Answer 9

Nausea , vomiting , diarrhea , hypoglycemia

Question 10

Glucagon action/use

Answer 10

Emergency treatment of hypoglycemia