What is the mechanism of action of sulfonylureas?
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Although their use has declined, sulfonylureas persist as effective and commonly used agents for lowering A1C in type 2 diabetes, with usage at nearly 25% among U.S. adults with diabetes in 2015–2018 [1.7.1]. What is the mechanism of action of sulfonylureas that makes them a cornerstone of diabetes therapy for over 60 years [1.2.1]?
