Which of the Following Sulfonylureas Is on the Beers Criteria

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sulfonylureas is on the Beers Criteria and to be avoided among elderly patients.

• A) Glyburide due to its prolonged half -life and higher risk of prolonged hypoglycemia.
• B) Glipizide due to its prolonged half-life and higher risk of prolonged hypoglycemia.
• C) Neither one; they are both appropriate for elderly patients.
• D) All sulfonylureas are to be avoided in elderly patients.

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