- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Dapagliflozin improves brain function in type 2 diabetes
Última actualización 4 de julio de 2026
Key finding
Dapagliflozin restored odour-induced functional integration of the POC-sensorimotor cortex-middle temporal cortex circuit.
This study investigated the neuroprotective effects of dapagliflozin and liraglutide in patients with type 2 diabetes, highlighting distinct outcomes on brain function.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study investigated the neuroprotective effects of dapagliflozin and liraglutide in patients with type 2 diabetes, highlighting distinct outcomes on brain function.
Clinical relevance
Understanding the neuroprotective effects of diabetes medications like dapagliflozin and liraglutide is crucial, as cognitive decline is a significant concern for patients with type 2 diabetes. These findings may guide treatment choices to not only manage diabetes but also protect brain health, potentially improving quality of life.
Keep in mind
Effectiveness of the interventions remains unclear due to insufficient data. The study's sample size and population characteristics may limit generalizability. No long-term follow-up data were provided to assess sustained effects.
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Xin L, Yi Z, Yan B, et al. Distinct neuroprotective effects of dapagliflozin and liraglutide in patients with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes, Obesity & Metabolism. 2025;27(12):7309-7322. doi:10.1111/dom.70132
Efectos Principales
Dapagliflozin restored odour-induced functional integration in specific brain circuits.
Liraglutide enhanced odour-induced activation in the left hippocampus.
Dapagliflozin tended to improve attention (p = 0.071).
Decreased odour-induced directed FC was linked to changes in lipid levels, olfactory threshold, executive function, and memory performance (all p < 0.05).
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Dapagliflozin, Liraglutide and Attention improvement, Memory performance, Olfactory task functional connectivity, and 3 more.
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Primary intervention
Dapagliflozin
Primary outcomes
- Attention improvement
- Memory performance
- Olfactory task functional connectivity
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- Contributes to 7 evidence relationships
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- Linked to 3 direct semantic evidence topics
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SGLT2 Inhibitors and Cognitive Performance
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- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Olfactory task functional connectivity
Dapagliflozin → Olfactory task functional connectivity
Dapagliflozin → Olfactory task functional connectivity
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Trail Making Test performance
Dapagliflozin → Trail Making Test performance
Dapagliflozin → Trail Making Test performance
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Olfactory task functional connectivity
Liraglutide → Olfactory task functional connectivity
Liraglutide → Olfactory task functional connectivity
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- Dapagliflozin improved functional connectivity in brain circuits related to smell.
- Liraglutide enhanced brain activation linked to memory.
- Both drugs showed associations with cognitive improvements and lipid changes.
A quién se aplica
- Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
- Patients experiencing cognitive decline or concerns related to diabetes.
Tener en Cuenta
- Results may not be applicable to all diabetes patients due to specific inclusion criteria.
- Further research is needed to confirm long-term effects of these medications.
- The study did not include a placebo group for comparison.
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- Effectiveness of the interventions remains unclear due to insufficient data.
- The study's sample size and population characteristics may limit generalizability.
- No long-term follow-up data were provided to assess sustained effects.
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This study contributes to evidence on SGLT2 Inhibitors and Attention improvement, SGLT2 Inhibitors and lipid profiles.
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- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
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- unclear
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SGLT2 Inhibitors → lipid profiles
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- ImpactScore™
- 100
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- EvidenceScore™
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- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
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- unclear
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Does SGLT2 Inhibitors improve cognitive performance?
SGLT2 Inhibitors appears to improve Cognitive Performance.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
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Trail Making Test performance
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
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- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Dapagliflozin improve memory performance?
Dapagliflozin appears to improve Memory performance.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Memory performance
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
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Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Dapagliflozin improve olfactory task functional connectivity?
Dapagliflozin appears to improve Olfactory task functional connectivity.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
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Olfactory task functional connectivity
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
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- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
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Does Dapagliflozin improve olfactory threshold?
Dapagliflozin appears to improve Olfactory threshold.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
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Olfactory threshold
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
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- Only one supporting study is available.
- Consistency cannot yet be determined.
- Population details are unavailable.
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