Effects of saxagliptin add-on therapy to insulin on blood glycemic fluctuations in patients with type 2 diabetes: A randomized, control, open-labeled trial.

Author: JiangLan-Lan, LiFeng-Fei, MaJian-Hua, SuXiao-Fei, WuJin-Dan, YanReng-Na, YeLei, ZhangDan-Feng, ZhouPei-Hua, ZhuHong-Hong

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BACKGROUND: To investigate whether saxagliptin add-on therapy to continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) further improve blood glycemic control than CSII therapy in patients with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes (T2D). METHODS: This was a single-center, randomized, control, open-labeled tria...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5089116/

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Saxagliptin Add-on Therapy for Improved Blood Sugar Control

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels. This study, published in Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice, investigated the effects of saxagliptin, a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor, when added to continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) therapy in newly diagnosed T2D patients.

Saxagliptin Improves Glycemic Control

The study found that saxagliptin add-on therapy to CSII further improved blood glucose control in patients with T2D. This included reduced blood glucose fluctuations, improved mean amplitude glycemic excursion (MAGE), and lower insulin doses required for euglycemic control. Furthermore, the saxagliptin group experienced significantly lower blood glucose levels during overnight hours.

Addressing Blood Sugar Management in T2D

This study highlights the potential benefits of saxagliptin as an add-on therapy for improving glycemic control in patients with T2D. It emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment approaches to effectively manage blood sugar levels and minimize complications associated with T2D.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Managing type 2 diabetes is like navigating a shifting sand dune, requiring careful attention to blood sugar levels. This study suggests that saxagliptin, like a well-placed oasis, can help improve blood sugar control. By adding this medication to insulin therapy, patients may be able to achieve better blood sugar management and potentially improve their overall health.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 2017-02-09
  2. Date Revised 2021-01-09
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

27787387

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC5089116

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