NAPLEX Practice Exam 2026 – All-in-One Guide to Mastering the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination!

Some drugs, known as beta blockers, can lead to increased blood glucose levels. This is because beta blockers block the effects of a hormone called epinephrine, which can cause a rise in blood sugar levels. Therefore, taking beta blockers may make it more difficult to control blood glucose levels for those with diabetes. Insulins, sulfonylureas, and metformin, on the other hand, are actually used to lower blood glucose levels in individuals with diabetes.