Q: Which specialist doctor to consult for Diabetes?
A: You should consult a Diabetologist for Diabetes.
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Q: How do SGLT2 inhibitors work in diabetes?
A: SGLT2 inhibitors help eliminate excess blood glucose levels by reducing its reabsorption from the kidney in diabetes.
Q: Are SGLT2 inhibitors insulin-dependent?
A: No, the SGLT2 inhibitors are not insulin-dependent.
Q: Do SGLT2 inhibitors cause hypoglycemia?
A: When prescribed in absence of any other therapies, SGLT2 inhibitors generally do not cause hypoglycemia.
Q: What is the difference between SGLT1 and SGLT2?
A: Both SGLT1 and SGLT2 are proteins that are expressed in the proximal convoluted tubule of the kidneys. While SGLT2 is responsible for over 90% of glucose reabsorption from kidneys, SGLT1 aids in the other 10% of renal glucose reabsorption.
