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1
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Give 2 examples of GLP-1 receptor agonists

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  • Exenatide

- Liraglutide

2
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What is the mechanism of action of GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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Bind to, and activate, the GLP-1 receptor to increase insulin secretion, suppress glucagon secretion, and slow gastric emptying

3
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What are the routes of delivery of GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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SC

4
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What are the indications for GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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Type 2 diabetes

5
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What are the contraindications to GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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  • Diabetic ketoacidosis
  • Severe GI disease
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding
6
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When should GLP-1 receptor agonists be used with caution?

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  • Elderly

- Renal impairment

7
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What might GLP-1 receptor agonists interact with?

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  • Warfarin
  • Other anti-diabetic drugs
  • Alcohol
  • Steroids
8
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What might happen if GLP-1 receptor agonists are given with warfarin?

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Increased anticoagulant effect

9
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What might happen if GLP-1 receptor agonists are given with other anti-diabetic drugs, alcohol, or steroids?

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Increased risk of hypoglycaemia

10
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What monitoring is required with GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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  • Monitor HbA1c and blood glucose every 6 months

- Monitor weight

11
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What are the common side effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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  • GI upset

- Weight loss

12
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What are the less common side effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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  • Severe pancreatitis
  • Hypoglycaemia
  • Anaphylactic reactions
13
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What can potentially happen to the pancreas with GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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Can become haemorrhagic and necrotising

14
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What patient counselling is required with GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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  • Not with food
  • Missed doses
  • Concomitant use of medications
  • When to seek help
  • Stop immediately in acute pancreatitis
  • Driving advice
  • Contraception
15
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What should the patient be told about missed doses of GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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If you have missed a dose, take the next dose as scheduled

16
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What should the patient be told about concomitant use of medications with GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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Some drugs, e.g. sulphonylureas, will require dose adjustment if used concomitantly

17
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What should the patient be told about when to seek help with GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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If nausea, vomiting, or severe abdominal pain occurs

18
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What should the patient be told about acute pancreatitis with GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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If it is suspected that acute pancreatitis has developed as a result of this drug, the drug must be stopped immediately in addition to seeking medical help

19
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What shouldWhat should the patient be told about contraception with GLP-1 receptor agonists?

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Women of child-bearing age should use effective contraception during treatment with modified-release exenatide and for 12 weeks after discontinuation