Following several metformin recalls in 2020, the new year is seeing its first voluntary recall due to concerns about possible contamination …
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Metformin Recalls Exploded in 2020
UpdatedWhile many different extended-release metformin products were recalled in 2020, no immediate-release products have been recalled recently… Read More “Metformin Recalls Exploded in 2020”
FDA Approves First Generic Glucagon for Hypoglycemia
PublishedA new, potentially cheaper option will be available to treat low blood glucose in critical situations… Read More “FDA Approves First Generic Glucagon for Hypoglycemia”
Statin Side Effects May Be Related to Placebo Effect
PublishedMost reported side effects from taking statins also occurred in people taking inactive pills, a new study finds… Read More “Statin Side Effects May Be Related to Placebo Effect”
Mental Wellness in Diabetes
PublishedYou are in charge of your own well-being — including your mental health. Try these approaches for maintaining mental wellness in diabetes… Read More “Mental Wellness in Diabetes”
FDA OKs a Diabetes Medicine for Kidney Disease
PublishedThe FDA has granted breakthrough therapy designation to dapagliflozin for adults with chronic kidney disease, whether or not they have type 2 diabetes… Read More “FDA OKs a Diabetes Medicine for Kidney Disease”
Metformin Recall
PublishedEarlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended a recall of extended-release (ER) versions of metformin… Read More “Metformin Recall”
Mental Wellness in Diabetes
PublishedYour thoughts, feelings and beliefs affect your happiness and health—especially if you’re dealing with a chronic illness… Read More “Mental Wellness in Diabetes”
New Treatment for Neuropathy Pain
PublishedHigh-frequency spinal cord stimulation appears to be a promising and effective treatment for the pain associated with diabetic neuropathy, according to a new report… Read More “New Treatment for Neuropathy Pain”
Save Money on Medicines
PublishedThe soaring cost of medications is not news to people with diabetes. But did you know that a number of factors can influence the price you pay for your diabetes drugs? Read More “Save Money on Medicines”
