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SO00

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Which oral antidiabetic drug belongs to the alpha-glucosidase inhibitor class?
 
  a. Acarbose (Precose)
  b. Glyburide (Diabeta)
  c. Nateglinide (Starlix)
  d. Pioglitazone (Actos)

Question 2

What is the action of the biguanide class of antidiabetic drugs that lowers blood glucose levels?
 
  a. Directly forcing beta cells to release more insulin
  b. Inhibiting the enzyme that breaks down insulin
  c. Preventing the breakdown of glycogen into glucose
  d. Increasing the person's need for glucose


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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