Table 3.
Studies primarily focusing on SGLT2 inhibitor (SGLT2i) use in Ramadan. The number in the parenthesis is reference
| No | Drug (SGLT2 inhibitor) | Trial | Main findings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dapagliflozin [51] | Switching from SU to SGLT2i in Ramadan fasting. Both arms have metformin | Fewer patients exhibited hypoglycaemia for dapagliflozin vs SU |
| 2. | Canagliflozin [52] | Canagliflozin in Ramadan Tolerance Observational Study | Support use of canagliflozin for T2D adults during Ramadan fasting as less episodes of hyopglycaemia |
| 3. | Canagliflozin 100 mg or Dapagliflozin 10 mg [53] | Safety SGLT2i during Ramadan for Muslim T2D |
Use of insulin with SGLT2i increases hypoglycaemia risk during Ramadan Mild hypo not needing hospitalisation Careful monitoring during prolonged fasting No effect on renal function |
| 4. | Any drug and dose of SGLT2 inhibitor [54] | The effect of Ramadan fasting and continuing SGLT2i on ketonemia, BP and renal function in Muslim patients with T2D | non- significant changes in weight, BP and eGFR regardless of SGLT2i with no increase in ketonemia, eGFR deterioration or hypoglycemia |
| 5. | Drug not specified [55] | Use of Flash Glucose Monitoring System (FGMS) in SGLT2i during Ramadan fasting in high risk insulin treated T2D |
Use of SGLT2i with insulin during Ramadan using FGMS in high-risk patients with T2D under optimal care There was minimal interruption of fasting, significant improvement in glycemic control and no significant change in kidney function after Ramadan |
SU = sulphonylurea