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Type 1 DM

Autoimmune destruction of the beta cells of the pancreas
Type 2 DM
Combination of insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency; progressively lower insulin secretion over time
Risk factors for Type 2 DM
1st degree relative w/ DMNative American, African American, Asian, Hispanic, Pacific IslanderOverweightPhysical inactivityHTNHDL < 35 and/or TG > 250Hx of CVFPolycystic ovarian syndrome
Microvascular complications
RetinopathyNephropathyPeripheral neuropathyAutonomic neuropathy (ED, gastroparesis, loss of bladder control)
Macrovascular complications
Coronary artery disease (HTN, MI, HF)Cerebrovascular disease (TIA/stroke)Peripheral artery disease
DM lifestyle modifications
Weight lossWaist circumference < 35 in (female), < 40 in (male)DietMonitor carb intakeLimit saturated fat intake < 7% of total caloriesMinimize trans fat intakeExercise 30 min x 5 daysSmoking cessation
Vaccinations required for diabetics
InfluenzaHep BPneumovaxTdaP
Metformin
GlucophageBiguanideIR 500 mg QD-BID or 850 mg QDER 500-1000 mg QD w/ dinner1st line therapy for DMBLACK BOX --- lactic acidosis
Janumet
Sitagliptin + Metformin
Metformin Contraindications
SCr > 1.4 (female) or > 1.5 (male)CrCl < 60 mL/minMetabolic acidosisTemporary d/c w/ iodinated contrast media (resume after 48 hrs if renal function is normal)STOP in any case of hypoxiaHepatic impairment
Metformin Adverse Effects
D/N/V/flatulenceWeight neutral
Metformin Interactions
Alcohol, iodinated contrast dye - increase risk of lactic acidosisDecreases Vitamin B12 absorption
Glipizide
GlucotrolSulfonylureaIR 5-10 mg BIDXL 5-10 mg QD, max 20 mg QD
Glimepiride
AmarylSulfonylurea1-2 mg QD, max 8 mg QD
Glyburide
DiaBeta2.5-5 mg QD, max 20 mg/dContraindicated in CrCl < 50 ml/min
Metformin MOA
Decreases hepatic glucose productionDecreases intestinal absorption of glucoseImproves insulin sensitivity
Sulfonylurea Info
Stimulate insulin secretion from the pancreatic beta cellsSE - hypoglycemia, weight gainCYP 2C9 substratesTake w/ food
Sulfonylurea Contraindications
Use w/ meglitinidesSulfa allergyGlyburide --- CrCl < 50 mL/min
Meglitinide Info
Stimulate insulin secretion from the pancreatic beta cellsSE - hypoglycemia, mild weight gain, upper respiratory tract infxnRepaglinide, nateglinide
Pioglitazone
Actos15-30 mg QD, max 45 mg QDContra in active bladder cancer
Thiazolidinedione MOA
Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma agonistsIncreases uptake and utilization of glucose by the peripheral tissues
TZD Warnings and Side Effects
BLACK BOX --- NYHA Class III/IV heart failureDon't use pioglitazone in active bladder cancerCYP 2C8 substratesSE - peripheral edema, weight gain, UTRIsCHF, increased fracture risk, increased LFTs
Alpha Glucosidase Inhibitors
Cause reversible inhibition of membrane-bound intestinal alpha-glucosidases which hydrolyze oligosaccharides and disaccharides to glucoseDelays glucose absorptionEx. Acarbose, Miglitol
Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitor Warnings and Side Effects
Contra in inflammatory bowel disease, colonic ulceration, partial or complete intestinal obstructionSE - GI effects, weight neutralTake w/ full glass of water w/ 1st bite of foodTreat hypoglycemia w/ glucose tablets or gel
Sitagliptin
JanuviaDPP-4 Inhibitor100 mg QDCrCl 30-49 --- 50 mg QDCrCl < 30 --- 25 mg QD
DPP-4 Inhibitors
Prevent the enzyme DPP-4 from breaking down incretin hormones, GLP-1, and GIPIncrease insulin release from the pancreatic beta cellsDecrease glucagon secretion from pancreatic alpha cellsEx. Sitagliptin, saxagliptin, linagliptin (no renal dose adjustment), alogliptin
DPP-4 Inhibitor Adverse Effects and Interactions
Nasopharyngitis, Upper RTIs, UTIs, peripheral edema, rash, hypoglycemiaWeight neutralSaxagliptin --- CYP 3A4 substrateLinagliptin --- CYP 3A4 and P-glycoprotein substrate
Canagliflozin
InvokanaSGLT2 Inhibitor100 mg Qbreakfast (max 300 mg Qbreakfast)CrCl 45-60 - 100 mg maxContra in CrCl < 45 mL/min
SGLT2 Inhibitors
Reduces reabsoprtion of filtered glucose and lowers renal threshold for glucose --- increases urinary glucose excretionUGT substrateEx. Canagliflozin
SGLT2 Inhibitor Side Effects and Misc.
SE - female genital mycotic infxns, UTIs, hyperkalemia, increased urination, hypoglycemiaContra - CrCl < 30 mL/min, ESRD, or on dialysisIncreases AUC of digoxin
Exenatide
Byetta, Bydureon (ER)GLP-1 agonistIR --- 5 mcg SC BID x 1 month, then 10 mcg SC BIDER --- 2 mg SC q7 days
GLP-1 Agonists MOA
Analogs of glucagon-like peptide-1Increases insulin secretionDecreases glucagon secretionSlows gastric emptying and improves satietyEx. Exenatide, liraglutide
GLP-1 Agonists Misc.
BLACK BOX --- possible thyroid cancerContra - family hx of medullatry thyroid carcinoma, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2, CrCl < 30 mL/min, severe GI diseaseSE - nausea, V/D/C, weight loss, hypoglycemiaPancreatitis, caution in moderate renal impairment
Liraglutide
VictozaGLP-1 Agonist0.6 mg SQ QD x 1 wk, then 1.2 mg SQ QD
Pramlintide
SymlinAnalog of amylinSlows gastric emptying and increases satietySE --- hypoglycemia, nausea, anorexiaBLACK BOX - coadmin w/ insulin
Bromocriptine
CyclosetDopamine agonistWorks in the CNS to decrease insulin resistanceTake w/ food
Rapid acting Insulin
Aspart (Novolog), Glulisine (Apidra), Lispro (Humalog)Last for a mealDosed for amount of carbs in a meal or in fixed regimenClear
Regular insulin
Humulin R, Novolin RInject 30 min before mealOnset of action - 30 minutes, lasts 6-10 hoursClear
NPH insulin (Intermediate insulin)
Humulin N, Novolin NOnset is 1-2 hours, peak of 4-8 hours, duration of 24 hrsCloudy
Long-acting insulin
Detemir (Levemir), Glargine (Lantus)Onset 1-2 hrs, duration ~24 hrsDO NOT PEAKDon 't mix w/ other insulins
Diabetes drugs that cause hypoglycemia
InsulinSulfonylureas and meglitinidesGLP-1 agonist, DPP-4 inhibitor, TZDs, InvokanaPramlintide (Symlin)
Symptoms of hypoglycemia
Dizziness, HAAnxiety, shakinessSweating, excessive hungerConfusion, clumsy or jerky movementsTremors, palpitations, blurred vision
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
Occurs when there is not enough insulin and the body breaks down fat to make energyMay be initial presentation of Type 1 DM or the result of patient stopping insulin therapy
DKA Symptoms
HyperglycemiaPolyuria, polyphagia, polydipsiaBlurred visionMetabolic acidosis (fruity breath, dyspnea)Dehydration
DKA Lab Values
Glucose > 300Ketones (+) in urine and bloodpH < 7.2Bicarb < 15WBC 15-40
DKA Treatment
IV fluids, electrolytesInsulin