Once-Weekly Insulin vs. Daily Injection

Study finds one is more effective than the other

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Could a once-weekly insulin injection be on the horizon as a treatment for type 2 diabetes? Image for illustration purposes
Could a once-weekly insulin injection be on the horizon as a treatment for type 2 diabetes? Image for illustration purposes

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  • Researchers compared the efficacy of once-weekly and once-daily insulin treatments for type 2 diabetes. 
  • They found that the once-weekly treatment icodec was more effective in lowering blood sugar levels than the standard once-daily injections. 
  • Experts say further studies are needed to confirm the results. 

A new, once-weekly insulin treatment could be a game changer for people with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study.

Follow the link below to read the full story on Medical News Today:

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/type-2-diabetes-once-weekly-insulin-icodec-vs-daily-injection-efficacy?utm_source=Sailthru%20Email&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=MNT%20Daily%20News&utm_content=2023-07-04&apid=&rvid=4ba4ec80177cae00eabc43b8bc6648d598c4a356d104663735777e0a0f8b5c9f

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