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What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
What is the primary function of insulin in the body?
- To increase blood glucose levels
- To facilitate lipid storage
- To decrease protein metabolism
- To promote glucose uptake in cells (correct)
Which class of antidiabetic drugs stimulates the pancreas to produce more insulin?
Which class of antidiabetic drugs stimulates the pancreas to produce more insulin?
- Secretagogues (correct)
- DPP-4 Inhibitors
- GLP-1 Agonists
- SGLT2 inhibitors
What is the primary action of Metformin in managing type two diabetes?
What is the primary action of Metformin in managing type two diabetes?
- Inhibit hepatic gluconeogenesis (correct)
- Enhance glucagon secretion
- Increase pancreatic insulin secretion
- Stimulate glucose absorption
Which medication class decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity?
Which medication class decreases hepatic glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity?
What is the main effect of SGLT2 inhibitors in treatment?
What is the main effect of SGLT2 inhibitors in treatment?
Which drug class helps to slow carbohydrate absorption in the intestines?
Which drug class helps to slow carbohydrate absorption in the intestines?
What is the role of DPP-4 Inhibitors in diabetes management?
What is the role of DPP-4 Inhibitors in diabetes management?
Which antidiabetic drug is associated with slowing gastric emptying and promoting satiety?
Which antidiabetic drug is associated with slowing gastric emptying and promoting satiety?
Flashcards
Insulin's role in diabetes
Insulin's role in diabetes
Insulin promotes glucose uptake by cells, mainly in the liver, muscle, and fat. Exogenous insulin, given as an injection or pump, mimics natural insulin action, aiding glucose control and helping manage type one and type two diabetes.
Secretagogues (e.g., Sulfonylureas)
Secretagogues (e.g., Sulfonylureas)
These drugs stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin.
Metformin's action
Metformin's action
Metformin decreases the liver's production of glucose (gluconeogenesis), which helps manage high blood sugar, particularly in type two diabetes.
Insulin sensitizers
Insulin sensitizers
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Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
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DPP-4 Inhibitors
DPP-4 Inhibitors
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SGLT2 Inhibitors
SGLT2 Inhibitors
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Sulfonylureas' mechanism
Sulfonylureas' mechanism
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Study Notes
Antidiabetic Drugs
- Used to manage diabetes mellitus (type 1 and type 2) by controlling blood glucose levels.
Insulin
- Hormone promoting glucose uptake by cells, primarily in the liver, muscle, and adipose tissue.
Exogenous Insulin
- Administered via injection or pump, mimicking natural insulin action.
- Actions include: glucose uptake, inhibiting hepatic glucose production, facilitating protein and fat metabolism.
- Lowers blood glucose, crucial for type 1 diabetes and used in type 2 when other medications aren't effective or insulin is insufficient.
Secretagogues (Insulin)
- Stimulate the pancreas to produce more insulin.
Sulfonylureas (e.g., Glimepiride)
- Inhibit ATP-sensitive potassium channels on pancreatic beta cells.
- Causes depolarization, opening calcium channels, triggering insulin release.
- Results in insulin secretion, lowering blood glucose levels.
Meglitinides (e.g., Repaglinide)
- Action is faster and shorter-lasting than sulfonylureas.
- Taken with meals to manage postprandial (after-meal) hyperglycemia.
Insulin Sensitizers
- Enhance the body's response to insulin.
Biguanides (e.g., Metformin)
- Inhibit hepatic gluconeogenesis (glucose production in the liver).
- Decreases liver glucose output, vital in type 2 diabetes where excessive glucose production contributes to high blood sugar.
Thiazolidinediones (TZDs) (e.g., Pioglitazone)
- Bind to peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPARγ) in the nucleus.
- Increases transcription of genes associated with insulin sensitivity.
- Enhances insulin action in muscle and adipose tissue, reduces hepatic glucose production, improves glucose uptake, and reduces insulin resistance.
α-Glucosidase Inhibitors (e.g., Miglitol)
- Block α-glucosidase enzymes in the small intestine.
- These enzymes break down carbohydrates into glucose; their inhibition slows carbohydrate absorption and reduces blood glucose spikes after meals.
DPP-4 Inhibitors
- Enhance incretin activity, stimulating insulin release and suppressing glucagon secretion.
GLP-1 Agonists
- Mimic incretin hormones, increasing insulin secretion and reducing glucagon release.
SGLT2 Inhibitors
- Increase glucose excretion in the urine.
Bile Acid Sequestrants
- Improve insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism.
Amylin Analogues
- Slow gastric emptying, reduce glucagon secretion and promote satiety.
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Description
This quiz covers important information on antidiabetic drugs used to manage diabetes mellitus, including insulin and its mechanisms of action. It also discusses secretagogues and specific medications like sulfonylureas and meglitinides. Test your knowledge and understanding of how these drugs affect blood glucose levels.
