Question

A 68-year-old with T2D and A1C 10.2% refuses insulin. He is willing to use GLP-1 RA. What starting approach aligns with guidelines?

Accepted Answer

Start at low dose and uptitrate every 2-4 weeks based on tolerability

Answer

Start maximal dose immediately

Answer

Switch off metformin

Answer

Combine with DPP-4 inhibitor

Answer

No GLP-1 RA if A1C >10%

Practice question

A 68-year-old with T2D and A1C 10.2% refuses insulin. He is willing to use GLP-1 RA. What starting approach aligns with guidelines?