A 57-year-old with type 2 diabetes and established ASCVD (prior MI) has A1C 7.6% on metformin. eGFR 65. What glucose-lowering add-on is preferred for ...

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A 57-year-old with type 2 diabetes and established ASCVD (prior MI) has A1C 7.6% on metformin. eGFR 65. What glucose-lowering add-on is preferred for cardiovascular benefit?

Accepted Answer

Sulfonylurea

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DPP-4 inhibitor

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

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Thiazolidinedione

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Basal insulin

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Type 2 Diabetes & ASCVD

A 57-year-old with type 2 diabetes and established ASCVD (prior MI) has A1C 7.6% on metformin. eGFR 65. What glucose-lowering add-on is preferred for cardiovascular benefit?