Evaluation of drug utilization pattern of antidiabetic drugs and 10-year cardiovascular risk in new and recently diagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: a prospective, longitudinal, observational, hospital-based study

ConclusionThis study highlighted that patient education and periodic review of prescription of new and recently diagnosed diabetic patients play a vital role in managing type 2 diabetes mellitus by tailoring treatment regimen. The present study revealed overtreatment of low-risk groups and under-treatment of high-risk groups based on QRISK3 score and statins. This observation signifies that risk stratification is essential for preventing CVD risks in new diabetic patients.
Source: International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research