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Diabetes
Spotlight on SGLT2 Inhibitors: The kidney’s role in glucose control in type 2 diabetes – Canadian Council On Continuing Education In Pharmacy (CCCEP)
DURATION
PROFESSION
# OF CREDITS
1.5
ACCREDITATION
EXPIRY DATE
2017-01-25
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Explain the mechanism of action of sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, their efficacy in glucose, weight and blood pressure reduction, side effects, and monitoring
- Describe the available evidence for the use of SGLT2 inhibitors in the management of type 2 diabetes
- Identify patients who would benefit from SGLT2 inhibitor therapy and assess the need for adjustments to concurrent medications
- Describe key counselling points around SGLT2 inhibitor therapy
Cost of course:
Free