Understanding Type 2 Diabetes Medications Study Guide
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the pharmacological approaches to managing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and its associated weight management challenges. It details various drug classes, including Biguanides, Thiazolidinediones, Alpha-Glucosidase Inhibitors, DPP-4 Inhibitors, GLP-1 Receptor Agonists, SGLT2 Inhibitors, and Insulin Secretagogues. The guide also covers specific pharmacological agents for weight management, discussing their mechanisms of action, efficacy in glycemic contr
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Pathophysiology and Pharmacotherapy of Type 2 Diabetes
Pathophysiology and Management of Type 2 Diabetes
This content covers the pathophysiology of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, risk factors, goals of therapy, and medications used in managing Type 2 Diabetes.
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus pathophysiology
- Insulin resistance
- Insulin homeostasis
- Risk factors for Type 2 Diabetes
- Microvascular and macrovascular complications
- Biguanides (Metformin)
- Incretins (GLP-1 and GIP)
- Dipeptidyl-peptidase 4 inhibitors (DPP4-i)
- Sitagliptin
- Linagliptin
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Incretin Mimetics
Information regarding Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists and dual acting Glucose-Dependant Insulinotropic Polypeptide and Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists including mechanism of action, product availability, and side effects.
- Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP1-RA)
- Mechanism of Action (MOA)
- Liraglutide
- Semaglutide
- Tirzepatide
- Incretin Mimetics
- Glucose-Dependant Insulinotropic Polypeptide (GIP)
- Subcutaneous Injection
- Hypoglycemia risk
- Weight loss promotion
Understanding GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Incretin Mimetics for Type 2 Diabetes
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Introduction to SGLT and SGLT2 Inhibitors
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors Overview
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) stop reabsorption of glucose in urine to treat Type 2 Diabetes and Heart Failure.
- Sodium Glucose co-transporters (SGLT)
- SGLT-2
- Sodium-Glucose Cotransport-2 inhibitors (SGLT-2i)
- Empagliflozin
- Dapagliflozin
- Mechanism of Action
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypotension
- Yeast Infections
Understanding Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors
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Pharmacological Management of Type 2 Diabetes
Pharmacological Management of Type 2 Diabetes
This content details drug classes, mechanisms of action, side effects, and product availability for treating Type 2 diabetes and its sequelae.
- Insulin Secretagogues
- Sulfonylureas
- Meglitinides
- Thiazolidinediones
- Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
- Biguanides
- GLP-1 receptor agonists
- DPP-4 inhibitors
- Insulin regimens
- Combination products
Pharmacological Management of Type 2 Diabetes
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Type 2 Diabetes and Weight Management
Medications used in managing Type 2 Diabetes, weight management, and managing sequelae of diabetes.
- Orlistat mechanism of action
- Bupropion and Naltrexone combination
- GLP1 Receptor agonists
- Biguanides
- Dipeptidyl-peptidase 4 inhibitors
- Incretin Mimetics
- Sodium Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors
- Insulin Secretagogues
- Thiazolidinediones
- Alpha-Glucosidase inhibitor
- Cardiovascular and Renal protection
- Hypoglycemia management
Pharmacological Management of Type 2 Diabetes and Weight
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