Title of article :
Initiating oral anti diabetic drug: alternatives to metformin
Author/Authors :
Kalra, Sanjay Bharti Hospital BRIDE - Department of Endocrinology, India , Gupta, Yashdeep Government Medical College - Department of Medicine, India
Abstract :
While most published articles on oral anti diabetic therapy approve of metformin, few discuss what should be done if metformin is contraindicated or not tolerated. This article defines metformin intolerance, and discusses various pharmacological options available for persons with type 2 diabetes who cannot take metformin and do not accept/require insulin.
Keywords :
Metformin intolerance , type 2 diabetes , sulfonylureas , alpha glucosidase inhibitors , pioglitazone , SGLT2 inhibitors , DPP4 inhibitors
Journal title :
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Journal title :
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
