Diabetes Medications
Understanding Diabetes
Diabetes Medications
Commonly Used Diabetes Medications
Metformin
Metformin is a well-studied, generic drug, used by millions of people around the world.
Insulin
Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that faciliates glucose uptake into the body's cells. Most insulin is taken by injection or through a pump.
SGLT-2 Inhibitors
SGLT-2 inhibitors are a type of oral medication that people with type 2 diabetes can use to lower blood sugar levels.
GLP-1s and Other Incretins
Incretins are a medication class that can help people lower blood glucose, lose weight, and improve heart or kidney risk.
DPP-4 Inhibitors
DPP-4 inhibitors are a type of medication that people with type 2 diabetes can use to lower blood sugar levels.
Glucagon
Glucagon is used to treat dangerously low blood sugar. Newer ready-to-use glucagon options offer more convenience for people with diabetes.
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Research Shows Benefits of Tirzepatide for Type 1 Diabetes and Obesity
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Afrezza Inhaled Insulin for Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Key takeaways:
- Many people with diabetes struggle to manage mealtime blood sugar levels, even with new advances in technology.
- In a recent clinical trial of adults with type 1 diabetes, the inhaled insulin Afrezza delivered similar A1C reductions compared to usual care, including multiple daily injections and automated insulin delivery.
- Experts emphasized that inhaled insulin is not a one size fits all approach – some trial participants did well on Afrezza, while others did not.
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New Weight Loss Drug CagriSema Shows Impressive Results in Clinical Trials
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FDA Approves Merilog, A New Rapid-Acting Insulin
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