What are the risks and benefits of SGLT-2 inhibitors.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about various types of medicines which can be used to reduce the risk of Kidney failure in people with Diabetes. He talks about medicines to control blood glucose as well as medicines to reduce blood pressure including ACE inhibitors and ARB type drugs. He explains how medicines are best adjusted for Black and African heritage people as the benefits of certain other drugs are better.

Here, Mushtaq Rahman Consultant Endocrinologist and Metabolic Specialist, discusses who is at a higher risk of developing gestational diabetes and when to seek medical attention.

Dr Sheharyar Quraishi, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains what routine tests are done when starting on SGLT-2 inhibitors. He explains that Blood Pressure monitoring is important as well as kidney function blood tests to make sure that you are not getting dehydrated on these medicines.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about which sorts of medicines can help prevent developing kidney problems in people with Diabetes. He mentions managing blood glucose, using blood pressure lowering medicines as well as some new types of medicines also.

Dr Sheharyar Quraishi, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains what type of medicines SGLT-2 inhibitors are, how they work and what beneficial effects they can have.

Dr Sheharyar Quraishi, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains what you might expect on starting SGLT-2 inhibitors. These including passing water more, potential of developing a rash and also lowering of blood pressure.