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The American Diabetes Association's Standards of Care recognize GLP-1 receptor agonists with proven cardiovascular benefit as preferred agents for patients with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease or indicators of high cardiovascular risk
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Additional safety information MHRA (April 2016): Updated advice on the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis MHRA (March 2017): Updated advice on increased risk of lower-limb amputations (mainly toes) MHRA (February 2019): Reports of Fourniers gangrene (necrotising fasciitis of the genitalia or perineum) MHRA (March 2020): Monitor ketones in blood during treatment interruptions for surgical procedures or acute serious medical illness Key summary table See also Need to know guide: SGLT2 inhibitors: Indications, doses and licences in adults How to: How to use SGLT2 inhibitors safely and effectively
Unnikrishnan A G, Chief Endocrinologist and CEO of the Chellaram Diabetes Institute, highlighted that GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide represent an important scientific advancement for overall metabolic health, not just weight reduction
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