A 52-year-old with long-standing T2DM has HbA1c 78 mmol/mol on metformin maximal dose. BMI 33 kg/m², established ASCVD. Best next agent?...

Question

A 52-year-old with long-standing T2DM has HbA1c 78 mmol/mol on metformin maximal dose. BMI 33 kg/m², established ASCVD. Best next agent?

Accepted Answer

GLP-1 receptor agonist

Answer

Sulfonylurea

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DPP-4 inhibitor

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Acarbose

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Insulin immediately

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Type 2 diabetes – escalation with ASCVD