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
ANS: C
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