Basal Insulin/GLP-1 RA Fixed-Ratio Combinations as an Option for Advancement of Basal Insulin Therapy in Older Adults With Type 2 Diabetes.

Abstract

The prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) is increasing, and owing to the aging population, the number of older adults with T2D is growing rapidly. By virtue of their age, older adults are likely to have been living with the disease longer than their younger counterparts. This, coupled with differences in T2D pathophysiology between younger and older patients, means that older adults often require advancement of treatment from basal insulin. However, older adults with T2D represent a heterogeneous population, for whom the goals of treatment are complex, and overtreatment can increase the risk of complications. These factors highlight the need for individualized glycemic targets and therapeutic strategies. In this roundtable, the authors discuss the management of older adults with T2D--a large patient population who often require treatment simplification.