The alpha-glucosidase inhibitor category of oral antidiabetic drugs ________

A) inhibits the action of certain enzymes that digest carbohydrates
B) inhibits the production of insulin in the islets of Langerhans of the pancreas
C) prolongs the action of insulin on insulin receptors
D) stimulates the beta cells of the pancreas


Answer: A

B) These drugs do not inhibit the production of insulin by the pancreas.
C) These drugs do not prolong the action of insulin on insulin receptors.
D) These drugs do not stimulate the beta cells of the pancreas.

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