NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What can't be used to treat hypoglycemia when taking Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors?

  1. Sucrose

  2. Glucose tabs/gel

  3. Fructose

  4. Dextrose

The correct answer is: Sucrose

Explanation Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors help lower blood sugar levels by blocking the absorption of carbohydrates from the digestive tract. Sucrose, a type of sugar found in table sugar and many processed foods, is a type of carbohydrate that is blocked by these medications. Therefore, it should not be used as a treatment for hypoglycemia in individuals taking Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. Glucose, fructose, and dextrose are all forms of sugar that can be used to treat hypoglycemia in this situation.

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