Which of the following drugs decreases insulin resistance?
a. pioglitazone (Actos)
b. glipizide (Glucotrol)
c. glimepiride (Amaryl)
d. repaglinide (Prandin)
a. Thiazolidinediones (TZDs) are a relatively new class of drugs used to reduce insulin resistance by enhancing the effects of circulating insulin by improving insulin sensitivity in muscle and fat cells.
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Fill in the blank with correct word.
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What will be an ideal response?
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