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Homogeneous Time-resolved Förster Resonance Energy Transfer-based Assay for Detection of Insulin Secretion
Published on: May 10, 2018
[Still a role for DPP-4 inhibitors in 2020?]
Verdiana Caironi1, François R Jornayvaz1, Karim Gariani1
1Service d'endocrinologie, diabétologie, nutrition et éducation thérapeutique du patient, HUG, 1205 Genève.
Abstract:
DPP-4 inhibitors are a well-established treatment for type 2 diabetes. They act by improving glycemic control through the incretin system. This class of molecules are well-tolerated and are associated with a low risk of hypoglycemia. Yet, their efficacy in glycemic control is rather moderate and they don't offer a benefit in terms of cardiovascular or renal protection. Even if they have a good safety profile, it is important to pay attention to the risk of cardiac failure and pancreatitis. This article provides an overview of the use of DPP-4 inhibitors in 2020.
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