Tag Archives: Diabetes Therapy

Early intensive therapy in type 2 diabetes may preserve beta cell function

mdCurrent Conference Report: 72nd annual scientific sessions of the American Diabetes Association Intensive therapy initiated in newly diagnosed patients with type 2 diabetes preserved beta-cell function over the course of a 3.5-year study. The study’s lead investigator, Ildiko Lingvay, MD, recommended that “we try to achieve glycemic normalization as quickly… 

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Polyphenol resveratrol may boost effect of oral hypoglycemic agents in Indian patients

A daily resveratrol supplement used for 3 months improved glycemic control in a small study of Indian patients with type 2 diabetes who were already taking oral hypoglycemic agents, found researchers from the JSS College of Pharmacy in Tamilnadu, India. Key Point: Oral supplementation of resveratrol improves glycemic control and… 

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New guidelines compare oral agents for diabetes management

An estimated 50.8 million people in India are living with diabetes, according to the World Diabetes Foundation. Diabetes results in complications ranging from retinopathy and neuropathy to coronary artery disease. Epidemiological demand combined with increased complexity of care make evidence-based treatment guidelines vital for busy clinicians. The American College of… 

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