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Biguanides ~ Metformin: Decreases production of glucose in the liver, decreases absorption in the intestines, and increases peripheral glucose uptake and ultilization May cause GI problems. 500 mg PO BID with food up to 1000 mg PO BID GLP-1 Receptor Agonist ~ GLP-1 is a hormone produced in the small intestine that stimulates insulin secretion and inhibits glucagon secretion, thereby lowering blood sugar. Shorteracting agonists of the GLP-1 receptor are particularly effective at low...

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HYPOthyroidism - Two types: Congenital (Hashimotos) or Acquired (Iodine Deficiency) Symptoms: Growth Failure, goiter, delayed puberty, weight gain, fatigue, hyperlipidemia, poor school performance, menorrhagia, positive family history Pediatric Symptoms: Prolonged jaundice, constipation, umbilical hernia, large fontanelle, decreased muscle tone, poor feeder, growth delay, overweight for age/height Diagnosis: Newborn Screening, if Down Syndrome also test at at 6.5 months then annually) Medi...