Diabetes Medications: Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitors

A patient with type II diabetes is also diagnosed with cirrhosis. Which alpha-glucosidase inhibitor should be avoided for this patient?

Which of the following medications is most likely to be prescribed in conjunction with metformin to enhance glycemic control?

Glyburide is classified under which category of oral antidiabetic agents?

A patient with type 2 diabetes is prescribed rosiglitazone maleate. What potential severe adverse effect should the patient be closely monitored for?

Metformin, a commonly prescribed medication for type 2 diabetes, belongs to which class of drugs?

Acarbose is most effective when combined with what type of medication for optimal blood glucose control?

Which class of oral hypoglycemic agents primarily functions by stimulating the pancreatic secretion of insulin?

Why is it important to discontinue metformin 48 hours before and after procedures involving contrast dye?

An 82-year-old patient with type 2 diabetes is prescribed an oral antidiabetic medication. Considering the patient's age, which medication should be used with caution due to the risk of lactic acidosis?

Which patient population is at higher risk of adverse reactions when taking Metformin?

A patient needs a rapid-acting insulin bolus before a meal but only has access to Humulin R and insulin lispro. Which insulin should be administered and when?

A patient newly diagnosed with diabetes requires both a rapid-acting insulin for mealtime coverage and a basal insulin to cover insulin needs between meals and overnight. Which combination is most appropriate based on the available medications?

A patient is prescribed Isophane (NPH) insulin. What is the primary reason for the inclusion of zinc in this type of insulin formulation?

A doctor is deciding between different rapid-acting insulin for a patient who needs precise control over post-meal glucose excursions. Which rapid-acting insulin analog would be the MOST appropriate if the doctor wants the one with the shortest onset of action?

A patient taking insulin detemir reports inconsistent blood sugar control despite consistent dosing. What should the healthcare provider consider FIRST regarding this patient's insulin regimen?