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Glenmark Pharma launches triple-drug FDC of Teneligliptin + Dapagliflozin + Metformin in India

Express Pharma

It must be taken once daily, under prescription, to improve glycemic control in patients with Type 2 diabetes. According to IQVIA sales data for the 12‐month period ending August 2023 (MAT August 2023), the market for oral anti‐diabetic drugs in India is estimated to be Rs 12,522 crores, with an annual growth of 6.5

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: Blue is Bad

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

66 year-old-male with a history of type 2 diabetes and hypertension presented as a transfer for rapid progression of lower extremity pain, swelling, and blue-purple discoloration of the entire limb with concern for a possible necrotizing infection. Epub 2008 Feb 15. He had no known thromboembolic risk factors. Ann Vasc Dis.

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Blood Glucose Measurement

RX Note

Introduction Controlling glycemia is an integral component of diabetes mellitus management. Hence, it is very useful in monitoring of patient's actual blood glucose control (apart from to diagnose diabetes mellitus ) and the result is independent of fasting status. It provides an instantaneous glucose level result.

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SMC gives Bayer’s CKD therapy Kerendia the green light in Scotland

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In another win for Bayer, the Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has accepted the company’s chronic kidney disease (CKD) drug, Kerendia (finerenone), for the treatment of adults with CKD associated with type 2 diabetes (T2D) in NHS Scotland.

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Trigger Finger

RX Note

The prevalence of trigger finger is also higher among patients with diabetes mellitus , rheumatoid arthritis , or conditions that cause systemic deposition of protein such as amyloidosis. Risk Factors The cause of trigger finger is most frequently unclear , although patients often attribute it to overuse or repetitive movements.

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7 Ways To Improve Medication Adherence and Lower DIR Fees

Digital Pharmacist

In 2008, the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) created the Five-Star Rating System, also referred to as Star Ratings , to evaluate health plans for service quality, patient care, and medication adherence. To comply, pharmacies need to coordinate with doctors to get statins prescribed to patients with diabetes.

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Why Balancing Blood Sugar is Vital for Hashimoto’s Health

The Thyroid Pharmacist

A review paper published in 2010 that discussed the relationship between thyroid dysfunction and metabolic disorders, highlighted the fact that patients with diabetes were up to three times more likely to develop a thyroid disorder. (7). Hypoglycemia is an early risk factor for developing diabetes. Type 2 Diabetes.