Diabetes Supplies Articles
Pioglitazone: A Promising Ally Against Sepsis in Type 2 Diabetes Patients
Understanding Sepsis and Its Impact on Diabetic PatientsSepsis is a life-threatening condition that arises when the body’s response to infection causes injury to its own tissues and organs. It’s a…
Understanding Mechanistically How Pioglitazone Can Help Combat Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a growing health concern worldwide, affecting approximately 25% of the global population. Closely linked to obesity and insulin resistance, NAFLD can progress to more…
How an Old Diabetes Drug – Pioglitazone Shows Promise in Fighting Leukemia
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is an aggressive cancer of the blood and bone marrow that affects thousands of people worldwide. Traditional treatments often come with severe side effects, especially for…
Pioglitazone: A Potential Future Use for Pulmonary Hypertension and Right Heart Failure
Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a progressive and life-threatening condition characterized by high blood pressure in the arteries that supply the lungs. This increased pressure puts a significant strain on…
Prescription Policies and Their Impact on Diabetes Management in the U.S.
Managing diabetes effectively relies not only on access to medications like insulin but also on the framework of policies that govern their prescription and distribution. These policies directly influence whether…
Summary of Key Findings on the Neuroprotective and Anti-inflammatory Effects of Pioglitazone in Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a significant global health concern, often resulting from accidents, falls, or sports injuries. Each year, millions of people worldwide suffer from TBIs, leading to long-term…
Pioglitazone: Beneficial for Everything Including Heart Failure?
Pioglitazone is a medication that has been used since 1985 to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). As an insulin sensitizer in the thiazolidinedione (TZD) class, it helps control blood…
Understanding Insulin Pricing: A State-by-State Comparison in the U.S.
The cost of insulin remains a critical concern for many Americans living with diabetes. Insulin pricing varies significantly across states, influenced by factors like healthcare policies, insurance coverage, and local…
Can Metformin and a Cholesterol Medicine be Useful Against Brain Cancer?
Gliomas are the most common type of malignant brain tumors in adults, with glioblastoma (GBM) being the most aggressive and deadliest form. Despite significant advancements in medical research, the prognosis…
Unlocking the Power of GLP-1: How It Influences Dopaminergic Circuits to Control Appetite
In the field of weight management and appetite control, recent studies have illuminated the multifaceted role of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). While GLP-1 is well-known for regulating blood sugar levels through…
Metformin: A Promising Add-On Therapy for DFSP Skin Cancer
In the realm of cancer research, innovative treatment options continue to transform therapeutic approaches. A recent study in Cell Organoid highlights metformin’s role, commonly used for diabetes, as a promising…
Ultrasound Evidence Showing Metformin Benefits in PCOS Patients
From a mechanistic point of view, it is known that Metformin increases HDL, decreases LDL, increases insulin sensitivity, and decreases inflammation. Therefore, it is unsurprising that Metformin reduces atherosclerosis and,…