Early hypoglycaemia and adherence after basal insulin initiation in a nationally representative sample of Medicare beneficiaries with type 2 diabetes.

Pengxiang LiZhi GengVrushabh P LadageJasmanda WuIlona LorinczJalpa A Doshi

Published in: Diabetes, obesity & metabolism (2019)

Within 6 months of BI initiation, almost 1 in 10 Medicare Part D beneficiaries experienced hypoglycaemia. Early hypoglycaemia was associated with decreased adherence to BI treatment over 12- and 36-month follow-up.

Keyphrases

type diabetes
glycemic control
healthcare
insulin resistance
combination therapy
skeletal muscle
replacement therapy