Metformin does not improve pregnancy outcomes in obese women Researchers conducted a randomised controlled trial of metformin in pregnant obese women, but the drug did not reduce the birthweight of offspring or pregnancy complications.…
Tracking down the optimum dose of exercise Prescribing physical activity could soon become as routine as prescribing drugs, and at least as beneficial.…
Companies fined for defective syringes behind diabetic death Wholesaler Fresenius Kabi and drug manufacturer Calea UK have been fined for supplying defective pre-filled syringes that contributed to the death of diabetic man Neil Judge at the Northern General Hospital in Sheffield in November 2010.…
Researchers use denosumab to stimulate beta cell proliferation Scientists have highlighted the potential for repurposing denosumab, an osteoporosis drug, to treat diabetes and stimulate beta-cell replication.…
Scotland brings in medicine card to avoid kidney injury after dehydration Pocket-sized patient information cards that warn patients to temporarily stop taking specific medicines if they have a dehydrating illness are being introduced across Scotland.…
Smart insulin patch delivers ‘fast, painless, continuous dose’ A ‘smart insulin patch’ that detects increases in blood sugar and responds by releasing necessary doses of the hormone could mean an end to painful injections, say US researchers. …
Perioperative care plan provides benefits for patients with diabetes A London-based team, who helped reduce complications for patients with diabetes before and during surgery, were finalists in this year’s Pharmaceutical Care Awards.…
Assay screens compounds that target the endoplasmic reticulum Researchers have developed an assay to monitor the effects of compounds on endoplasmic reticulum function, finding a potential drug candidate for type 2 diabetes.…
Liraglutide has positive effects on bone metabolism in obese women Data on liraglutide’s effects on bone metabolism support its use as an anti-obesity therapy, say researchers.…
Study investigates antihypertensives in patients with diabetes and kidney disease Researchers find no survival benefit from any blood pressure-lowering agents in adults with diabetes and kidney disease.…