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What are the 5 classes of DM drugs?
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Insulin
Biguanides (METFORMIN) Sulfonylureas ("G...ide") Meglitinides DPP4-Inhibitors ("gliptins") TZDs ("...glitazone") Alpha-Glucosidase Inh |
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Biguanides
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Treats: T2DM
METFORMIN GOLD-STAR!!!! improve MM Does not cause HYPOGLYCEMIA (when used alone) Weight loss (decreased appetite) ADRs: decreased Vit B12/folic acid (Caution with Impaired Renal Function) |
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Sulfonylureas
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Treats: T2DM
("G...ide") Can NOT use with Renal Disfunction ADR: Hypoglycemia, Weigth Gain |
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Meglitinides
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Treats: T2DM
"...glinide" Can Use with Renal Disfunction ADR: Hypoglycemia, Weigth Gain |
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DPP4-Inhibitors
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Treats: T2DM
Treats: T2DM "gliptins" well tolerated no hypoglycemia no weight gain |
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TZDs
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Treats: T2DM
("...glitazone") Not used much Many ADRs: Cancer / MI / Fractures |
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Alpha-Glucosidase Inh
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Treats: T2DM
Acarbose Miglitol Can't absorb Sugar "FARTING" |
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Insulin
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Treats: T1DM (some type T2DM)
Basal Insulin: constant insulin levels |
