Question

A 60-year-old man with T2DM on metformin has persistently high glucose levels (HbA1c 70 mmol/mol). He is obese (BMI 35). Which additional agent is recommended to aid weight loss and improve glycaemic control?

Accepted Answer

GLP-1 receptor agonist (liraglutide)

Answer

Sulfonylurea (gliclazide)

Answer

Basal insulin

Answer

DPP-4 inhibitor (sitagliptin)

Answer

SGLT2 inhibitor (dapagliflozin)

Practice question

A 60-year-old man with T2DM on metformin has persistently high glucose levels (HbA1c 70 mmol/mol). He is obese (BMI 35). Which additional agent is recommended to aid weight loss and improve glycaemic control?