Tag: diabetes medication

Choosing a Sulfonylurea: Which One Has the Lowest Hypoglycemia Risk?

Choosing a Sulfonylurea: Which One Has the Lowest Hypoglycemia Risk?

Not all sulfonylureas are the same. Glipizide has far lower hypoglycemia risk than glyburide or glimepiride. Learn which drug is safest for older adults, kidney patients, and those with irregular meals.

DPP-4 Inhibitors and Joint Pain: What You Need to Know

DPP-4 Inhibitors and Joint Pain: What You Need to Know

DPP-4 inhibitors help control type 2 diabetes but may cause severe, disabling joint pain. Learn the signs, what to do if it happens, and safer alternatives.