While all GLP-1s effectively reduce HbA1c levels, long-acting weekly GLP-1s like semaglutide and dulaglutide tend to be more effective in reducing fasting glucose and HbA1c levels compared to shorter-acting medications used daily
Por eso, la Aemps recuerda la necesidad de ajustar las prescripciones para priorizar el uso de estos tratamientos para el control glucmico de pacientes con diabetes mellitus tipo 2, ya que las alternativas teraputicas para estos pacientes pueden ser ms complejas
it can be used with or without food and taken once or twice daily
The choice between single and combination therapy reflects clinical judgment and ongoing assessment
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