Learn about diabetes

Thiazolidinediones (TZDs or Glitazones) for Type 2 Diabetes

Thiazolidinediones—sometimes shortened to TZDs or glitazones—work on lowering your insulin resistance, which is the underlying problem for many people with type 2 diabetes.

Alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors for Type 2 Diabetes

Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors block (or inhibit) your body from breaking down carbohydrates, which should reduce the amount of glucose in your blood.

Biguanides for Type 2 Diabetes

Biguanides are another medication class used to treat type 2 diabetes.

Repaglinide and Nateglinide for Type 2 Diabetes

Repaglinide and nateglinide were developed in 1997. They’re often grouped together, even though they’re technically part of two different classes of medications. Repaglinide is a meglitinide, and nateglinide is a phenylalanine derivative.