#192 Debate on First-Line Medications for Diabetes

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SGLT-2i vs. GLP-1? vs Metformin? How do you balance the cost and coverage of first-line options like metformin, SGLT-2, and GLP-1s? How do you choose between SGLT-2 and GLP-1s for comorbidities like CAD or CKD? And how do you weigh their side effects and practical use?🔹 Sponsor:Use the code "CORE30" for 30% off: https://www.coreimpodcast.com/MKSAP🔹 Transcript and Show NotesTimestamps:(01:42) | Starting Treatment for Newly Diagnosed Type 2 Diabetes(08:40) | Balancing Cost, Coverage, and First-Line Therapy Choices(13:44) | Choosing Therapy for CAD and CKD: The Case for SGLT2 vs. GLP-1(19:42) | Managing Obesity, Sleep Apnea, and Pain in Diabetes Care(27:57) | Rethinking Sulfonylureas and Shifting Toward Modern Agents(29:07) | Choosing Between GLP-1 and SGLT2 Inhibitors for Comorbidities(35:34) | Weighing Side Effects and Practical Use of GLP-1 and SGLT2 InhibitorsTags: CoreIM, Primary Care, Endocrinology, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Metformin, GLP-1, SGLT2, Insulin, CGM, A1C, DKA, Medical Education, Clinical Reasoning, Hospital MedicineFind the best disability insurance for you: https://www.patternlife.com/disability-insurance?campid=497840Our Sponsors:* Check out Branch Basics: https://branchbasics.com/COREIM and use the code CoreIM for 15% * Check out FIGS and use my code FIGSRX for a great deal: https://wearfigs.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/COREIM* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy