A 52-year-old with metabolic syndrome and A1C 7.8% on metformin asks about cardiovascular risk reduction. ASCVD with prior MI. Best add-on?...

Question

A 52-year-old with metabolic syndrome and A1C 7.8% on metformin asks about cardiovascular risk reduction. ASCVD with prior MI. Best add-on?

Accepted Answer

SGLT2 inhibitor or GLP-1 receptor agonist with proven CV benefit

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Sulfonylurea

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Pioglitazone

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DPP-4 inhibitor

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Basal insulin

us-abfm MCQ (SBA): Diabetes with ASCVD-glucose-lowering choice