Diabetes: how to manage patients experiencing hypoglycaemia

Rachel N Lowe, Briana Williams, Liza Claus

Article Type

Review

Published

In this review, the definitions and risk factors for hypoglycaemia will be briefly discussed and an in-depth review of the management for a conscious or unconscious patient in the outpatient and inpatient settings is provided.

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New uses and formulations of glucagon for hypoglycaemia

Pilar I Beato-Víbora PhD, Francisco J Arroyo-Díez PhD

Article Type

Review

Published

Hypoglycaemia is a frequent complication of insulin
therapy. Injectable glucagon and oral intake of carbohydrates are
the recommended treatments for severe and non-severe
hypoglycaemic episodes, respectively. New uses and formulations of glucagon are reviewed and discussed in this article.

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A review of current treatment strategies for gestational diabetes mellitus

Kristi W Kelley, Dana G Carroll, Allison Meyer

Article Type

Review

Published

Once changes in lifestyle have failed, treatment for gestational diabetes mellitus remains a matter of debate. In this article the authors review the evidence for glyburide and metformin, and discuss the role of insulin. Also, recommendations for postpartum screening and how to manage patients who are breastfeeding are described.

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