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Understanding the Mechanism of Action of Sulfonylureas and Meglitinides?

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Sulfonylureas, a class of oral antidiabetic medication, have been in use since the 1950s, representing a long-standing therapeutic option for managing type 2 diabetes. This article explains the shared and distinct pharmacological principles behind the mechanism of action of sulfonylureas and meglitinides, two key insulin secretagogues.