SITAGLIPTIN
What common side effect of sitagliptin?
Headache and upper respiratory symptoms
What is the brand name of Health Prescription's SITAGLIPTIN + METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE
Gliptina Plus
What is a common side effect of dapagliflozin?
Increased urination
Which hormone is responsible for the "fight or flight" response?
Adrenaline
What is the most common test used to diagnose diabetes?
A1C test
Which enzyme does sitagliptin inhibit to improve glucose control?
DPP-4
What class of drug is sitagliptin in combination with metformin?
DPP-4 inhibitor
What transporter does dapagliflozin inhibit in the kidneys to reduce blood glucose levels?
SGLT2
Where is the pituitary gland located?
Brain
What is the most common complication of diabetes?
Diabetic retinopathy
What is a primary benefit of combining sitagliptin with metformin in Type 2 diabetes treatment?
Enhanced insulin sensitivity and reduced hepatic glucose production
What is the mechanism of action of metformin in the management of Type 2 diabetes?
Decreases hepatic glucose production
Dapagliflozin is contraindicated in patients with which condition?
Severe kidney impairment
What is the target organ of growth hormone (GH)?
Muscles and bones
What is the main difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?
Type 1 diabetes is characterized by a lack of insulin production, while Type 2 involves insulin resistance
Which of the following conditions is a contraindication for using sitagliptin?
Kidney impairment
What is a potential serious adverse effect when using metformin and sitagliptin together?
Lactic acidosis
Which of the following is a key benefit of dapagliflozin in patients with Type 2 diabetes?
It reduces glucose reabsorption in the kidneys
Which hormone does the pineal gland secrete?
Melatonin
What test is used to diagnose diabetes through the measurement of average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months?
A1C test
What role does sitagliptin play in enhancing incretin hormone action in Type 2 diabetes?
It inhibits the breakdown of GLP-1, prolonging its action
What pathophysiological mechanisms does metformin primarily address in Type 2 diabetes?
Decreasing hepatic glucose production and improving insulin sensitivity
What laboratory test should be closely monitored during dapagliflozin therapy?
Blood glucose and kidney function (creatinine, eGFR)
What is the primary mechanism of action of metformin in the management of Type 2 diabetes?
Inhibiting glucose production in the liver
What is the role of glucagon in diabetes management?
Increases blood glucose levels when they drop too low