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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
New MIMS table helps GPs adjust antidiabetic doses in renal impairment
Prescribers can now consult a handy MIMS table to check...
Fingerprick-free glucose monitoring system available on the NHS
A glucose monitoring system that does not require regular...
New combination tablet for type II diabetes
Qtern contains a fixed-dose combination of saxagliptin...
Renal impairment warnings relaxed for metformin products
Metformin-containing products can now be used in patients...
SGLT2 inhibitors endorsed for NHS use as monotherapies
Canagliflozin, dapagliflozin and empagliflozin have...
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Calculators
Proteinuria
Urine albumin: creatinine ratio (ACR), protein: creatinine ratio (PCR), and degree of renal impairment.
HbA 1c units
Enter glycated haemoglobin
(
HbA
1c
) value in % to convert to mmol/mol, and vice versa.
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 |
External resources
Useful websites and online tools to support prescribing for diabetes.