[GLP-1 analogues in 2019 : for whom and how ?]

GLP-1 analogues are a well-established treatment for type 2 diabetes. They act by improving glycemic control through several mechanisms. They also have the advantage of inducing weight loss without the risk of associated hypoglycemia. This class of molecules has also shown a benefit in cardiovascular events such as cardiovascular mortality, stroke and myocardial infarction, and albuminuria. These favorable effects place them, like SGLT-2 inhibitors, as a second option in the case of unsatisfactory glycemic control after metformin and dietary and lifestyle measures. This article provides an overview of the current knowledge of GLP-1 analogue therapy in patients with type 2 diabetes.