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Sulfonylureas stimulate the beta cells in the Islets of Langerhans to secrete insulin. In type I Diabetes Mellitus, the beta cells have been destroyed, so sulfonylureas are ineffective for treatment of hyperglycemia in these patients.

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Q: Why sulfonylurea is not used in Type 1 DM?
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