In the majority of cases, DK/DKA occurred within 180 days after initiation of SGLT2i therapy in female and/or long-standing T2DM patients with known precipitating factors. |
The absolute number of SGLT2i-associated DK/DKA cases are expected to rise with the increasing use of SGLT2i. |
The incidence of this serious but potentially preventable ADR could be reduced through appropriate clinical vigilance and patient education. |