MIMS Diabetes Clinic

Latest news and quick-reference resources collated by the MIMS editors to support primary care prescribing for type I and type II diabetes mellitus.

Latest news

Metformin use during pregnancy linked to reduced gestational weight gain

Metformin use during pregnancy linked to reduced gestational weight gain

5 May 2021, 11:57am

Exposure to metformin versus other treatments during...

SGLT2 inhibitors summarised in new MIMS table

SGLT2 inhibitors summarised in new MIMS table

30 November 2020, 8:10pm

Prescribers can quickly compare key features and benefits...

Monitor blood glucose in patients on long-term PPIs, say researchers

Monitor blood glucose in patients on long-term PPIs, say researchers

29 September 2020, 5:31pm

Regular use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may increase...

GPs to prescribe 'soup and shake' diet for patients with type II diabetes

GPs to prescribe 'soup and shake' diet for patients with type II diabetes

2 September 2020, 12:40pm

GPs in 10 areas of England can now refer patients with...

First oral GLP-1 agonist launched for type II diabetes

First oral GLP-1 agonist launched for type II diabetes

10 August 2020, 2:51pm

Prescribers can now consider a GLP-1 agonist as an...

At-a-glance product comparison charts.

Table: Insulin Preparations

Table: Insulin Preparations

1 March 2021, 9:21am
Table: Insulin Delivery Devices

Table: Insulin Delivery Devices

1 March 2021, 9:17am
Table: Antidiabetic Agents, Use in Renal Impairment

Table: Antidiabetic Agents, Use in Renal Impairment

7 May 2021, 9:20am
Table: GLP-1 Agonists for the Treatment of Type II Diabetes

Table: GLP-1 Agonists for the Treatment of Type II Diabetes

26 August 2020, 9:28am
Table: SGLT2 Inhibitors for the Treatment of Type II Diabetes

Table: SGLT2 Inhibitors for the Treatment of Type II Diabetes

30 November 2020, 8:00pm
Table: Blood Glucose Testing Strips and Meters

Table: Blood Glucose Testing Strips and Meters

16 April 2021, 9:48am
Table: Finger Prickers and Compatible Lancets

Table: Finger Prickers and Compatible Lancets

6 September 2019, 10:13am

Summaries of key national guidance.

Current Medical Standards of Fitness to Drive (DVLA Guidance)

Current Medical Standards of Fitness to Drive (DVLA Guidance)

31 August 2018, 3:12pm
Assessing Fitness to Fly (CAA Guidance)

Assessing Fitness to Fly (CAA Guidance)

12 December 2019, 10:35am
Management of Type 2 Diabetes (NICE Guideline)

Management of Type 2 Diabetes (NICE Guideline)

30 August 2019, 10:26am

 
 

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Visual guide to diabetes devices

Images and key features to help you identify, compare and recommend suitable devices during patient consultations.

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Lancets Reusable insulin delivery devices
Finger pricking devices Pre-filled insulin pens
Blood glucose test strips Pre-filled GLP-1 agonist pens
Blood glucose meters

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Useful websites and online tools to support prescribing for diabetes.

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