Question: what are drugs for diabetes?
Answer: Metformin (Glucophage, Glumetza, others). Generally, metformin is the first medication prescribed for type 2 diabetes. ... 
Sulfonylureas. ... 
Meglitinides. ... 
Thiazolidinediones. ... 
DPP-4 inhibitors. ... 
GLP-1 receptor agonists. ... 
SGLT2 inhibitors. ... 
Insulin.