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What are SGLT2 inhibitors? A caregiver’s primer (with Q&A)

A big thank you to all who joined us live for this session!

SGLT2 Titlecard

SGLT2 inhibitors are medicines first used in diabetes and heart health. Clinicians are exploring where they might fit in transplant care. Here’s a quick orientation and questions to bring to clinic.


What you’ll learn in the session

  • What “SGLT2” means and why it’s being discussed

  • Potential benefits/risks teams watch for

  • How labs and follow-up might change if used

  • Smart questions to bring to your next visit


Watch the webinar


Questions to bring to clinic

  1. Is this relevant for my child’s transplant type and current meds?

  2. What benefits and side effects should we consider?

  3. If we ever use this, how do labs and follow-up change?

  4. What signs should prompt a call or visit?


Note

Educational only; always follow your transplant team’s guidance.


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