Direct Relief Series: Type 2 Diabetes: When to Give Which Meds

In the old days DM2 pharmacologic treatment often went from metformin to sulfonylurea to insulin. Currently, there are many more medication options and there are recommended pathways for selecting therapy. Diabetes medication choices are now linked to considerations of comorbidities and complication risks as well as glycemic control. Discussion will include how to individualize treatment based on specific issues, as shown in case studies.