Diabetes Blog

Genentech's drug Avastin is used to treat cancer, but has also been used off-label for treatment of eye disease including diabetic retinopathy (DR). Sam Grossman discusses some of the studies' findings of this medicine and whether people with DR may want to inquire with their healthcare providers about it.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors may be linked to cases of increased levels of acid in the blood. Sam Grossman talks about the FDA's reporting on this subject.

Sam Grossman provides some information on the recently approved 200 unit/mL formulation of Eli Lilly and Company’s pre-filled pen containing insulin lispro (Humalog U-200 KwikPen).

According to a study that was published in the New England Journal of Medicine, this class of drugs did not increase the risk for cardiovascular events, which was previously discussed and a concern in the medical community.

Poor adherence to medical treatment is widespread and well recognized. Here are seven tips to help you adhere to your proper medication usage while on vacation.

Dr. Sam Grossman looks at statin use in people at risk for diabetes and discusses the risks versus the benefits.