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Drugs for diabetes Questions
Question 1 of 5
Aldosterone enhances Na+ reabsorption in renal tubules by
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Aldosterone upregulates Na+/K+ ATPase synthesis, enhancing sodium reabsorption.
Question 2 of 5
Insulin
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Insulin promotes triglyceride synthesis; somatostatin inhibits release, structure varies by species, and release occurs beyond postprandial states.
Question 3 of 5
Preferred route of insulin is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Subcutaneous injection is the standard route for insulin due to its peptide nature and bioavailability.
Question 4 of 5
For increasing the excretion of weakly acidic drugs, urine should be made
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Alkalinizing urine ionizes weak acids, reducing reabsorption and increasing excretion (ion trapping).
Question 5 of 5
The insulin receptor is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The insulin receptor is a tyrosine kinase receptor, initiating glucose uptake signaling.