WEBFoundational therapy is metformin and comprehensive lifestyle management (including weight management and physical activity) Metformin is the preferred initial glucose lowering medication for most people with T2D. This recommendation is based on the efficacy, safety, tolerability, and extensive clinical.
WEBLearning Objectives. Recognize drug-specific and patient factors of antihyperglycemic agents to support patient-provider shared decision making. Demonstrate when and how to intensify therapy Identify opportunities to refer patients …
WEBOverall Summary. The management of hyperglycemia in type 2 diabetes has become complex with the number of glucose-lowering medications now available. Patient-centered decision-making and support and consistent efforts at improving diet and exercise remain the foundation of all glycemic management.
WEBIndividualize all glycemic targets (A1C, FPG, PPG) Optimal A1C is ≤6.5%, or as close to normal as is safe and achievable. Therapy choices are patient centric based on A1C at presentation and shared decision-making. Choice of …
Type 2 Diabetes Therapies: A STEPS Approach - AAFP
WEBFeb 15, 2019 · A concise way to evaluate pharmacotherapy options for type 2 diabetes mellitus is to use the five patient-oriented STEPS criteria: safety, tolerability, efficacy, price, and simplicity.
WEBFirst-line treatment Assess HbA1c, cardiovascular risk and kidney function. For information on using SGLT2 inhibitors for people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease see the section on diabetic kidney disease in the guideline. Not at high CVD risk.
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WEB1st line – lifestyle changes. Plus – agree glycaemic (HbA1c) target.
Figure 1, Medication Flowchart - Management of Type 2 Diabetes …
WEB2 Insulin therapy is recommended to be initiated immediately in patients with one of the following conditions: A1c >10%, T2DM diagnosis and symptomatic hyperglycemia, blood glucose levels ≥ 300 mg/dL, evidence of catabolism (weight loss, severe hypertriglyceridemia, ketosis).
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WEBThis updated guideline provides recommendations for the care and management of people with or at risk for diabetes mellitus at every stage, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
WEBSTEP 1 – Initial Drug Treatment – Monotherapy: Target HbA1c 48 mmol/mol. Lifestyle advice + Referral to Good2Go Metformin (consider 3 months lifestyle change first) Consider trial of modified-release metformin in patients who experience gastrointestinal side effects with standard release metformin. HbA1c 53 mmol/mol start monotherapy with: