Biguanides and GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Diabetes
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What is the primary drug listed in the Biguanides class?

  • Liraglutide
  • Metformin (correct)
  • Semaglutide
  • Exentide
  • Which drug is commonly associated with the trade name Glucophage?

  • Dulaglutide
  • Metformin (correct)
  • Semaglutide
  • Liraglutide
  • Which of the following drugs can be used for weight loss?

  • Insulin
  • Dapagliflozin
  • Metformin (correct)
  • Exentide (correct)
  • Which of the following drugs is NOT a Biguanide?

    <p>Exentide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these drugs is also known as Ozempic?

    <p>Semaglutide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Biguanides

    • Metformin (Glucophage) is a biguanide.

    GLP-1 Receptor Agonists

    • Exenatide (Byetta)

    • Liraglutide (Victoza)

    • Dulaglutide (Trulicity)

    • Semaglutide (Ozempic) are GLP-1 receptor agonists.

    • These drugs can be used for treating type 2 diabetes.

    • GLP-1 receptor agonists may also be beneficial for weight loss.

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    This quiz covers the key medications for treating type 2 diabetes, focusing on biguanides like Metformin and GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Exenatide and Liraglutide. Understand their functions, benefits, and implications for weight loss. Test your knowledge on these important diabetes treatments.

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