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This is the mechanism of action of metformin, which is a biguanide.
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c
Decreases gluconeogenesis and increases insulin sensitivity
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This is the mechanism of action of exenatide. It stimulates insulin secretion and reduces glucagon secretion.
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e
Analogue to glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptors
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This is the mechanism of action of SGLT-2 inhibitors such as dapagliflozin.
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a
Inhibits sodium-glucose co-transporters (SGLTs) in the proximal convoluted tubules
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This is the mechanism of action of sulfonylureas such as gliclazide.
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b
Stimulates pancreatic beta cells
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This is the mechanism of action of sitagliptin.
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d
Inhibits dipeptidyl peptidase (DPP-4)
Concept
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SGLT-2 inhibitors
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Pharmacology
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A patient in the GP practice is started on dapagliflozin for their type 2 diabetes mellitus.

What is the mechanism of action of this drug?
a