- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Pharmacotherapy may achieve diabetes remission
Última actualización 4 de julio de 2026
Key finding
4 out of 14 patients (28.57%) in the intervention arm were in remission.
This study evaluated the effectiveness of pharmacotherapy for achieving diabetes remission. It found that both intervention and control groups had patients in remission, with notable weight loss in the intervention group.
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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 evaluated the effectiveness of pharmacotherapy for achieving diabetes remission. It found that both intervention and control groups had patients in remission, with notable weight loss in the intervention group.
Clinical relevance
Achieving diabetes remission can significantly improve patients' quality of life and reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications. Understanding which pharmacotherapy options are effective can guide clinicians in providing better treatment strategies for their patients.
Keep in mind
Small sample size may limit generalizability. Short duration of follow-up may not capture long-term effects. Potential confounding factors not fully controlled.
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Anand S, Durairaj A, Shobhit B, et al. Pharmacotherapy targeting tight glycaemic control is effective in achieving diabetes remission. Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism. 2025;29(2):217-223. doi:10.4103/ijem.ijem_356_24
Efectos Principales
28.57% of participants in the intervention arm achieved diabetes remission.
Weight loss of 4.7 kg was observed in the intervention arm.
BMI decreased by -1.58 kg/m² in the intervention arm.
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin, Metformin + glimepiride and BMI, Body fat mass, Body fat percentage reduction, and 4 more.
This study contributes evidence to
Primary intervention
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin
Primary outcomes
- BMI
- Body fat mass
- Body fat percentage reduction
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Primary intervention
Primary outcomes
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- Contributes to 14 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 3 direct semantic evidence topics
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Evidencia principal
Relación de evidencia
Metformin Therapies and Body Mass Index
Evidencia relacionada
Relación de evidencia
Metformin Therapies and Body Weight
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Metformin Therapies and Insulin Resistance
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Core evidence
Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Body fat mass
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Body fat mass
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Body fat mass
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Body fat percentage reduction
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Body fat percentage reduction
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Body fat percentage reduction
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Body weight
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Body weight
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Body weight
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Diabetes remission
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Diabetes remission
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Diabetes remission
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Disposition Index
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Disposition Index
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Disposition Index
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Insulin resistance
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Insulin resistance
Liraglutide, Dapagliflozin, and Metformin → Insulin resistance
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- 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
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Body fat percentage reduction
Metformin + glimepiride → Body fat percentage reduction
Metformin + glimepiride → Body fat percentage reduction
- 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
Diabetes remission
Metformin + glimepiride → Diabetes remission
Metformin + glimepiride → Diabetes remission
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Disposition Index
Metformin + glimepiride → Disposition Index
Metformin + glimepiride → Disposition Index
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Insulin resistance
Metformin + glimepiride → Insulin resistance
Metformin + glimepiride → Insulin resistance
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- 28.57% remission in intervention group versus 33.33% in control group.
- Weight loss of 4.7 kg in intervention group.
- BMI reduction of -1.58 kg/m² in intervention group.
A quién se aplica
- Adults with type 2 diabetes.
- Patients seeking pharmacotherapy for diabetes management.
Tener en Cuenta
- Results may not apply to all diabetes types.
- Further research needed to confirm long-term effectiveness.
- Findings are based on a specific population with defined characteristics.
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- Small sample size may limit generalizability.
- Short duration of follow-up may not capture long-term effects.
- Potential confounding factors not fully controlled.
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- 100
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- Very Positive
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- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
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- Not enough independent studies
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Does Metformin Therapies affect body mass index?
Metformin Therapies appears to improve Body Mass Index.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
BMI
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 4 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Metformin Therapies affect body weight?
Metformin Therapies appears to improve Body Weight.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Body weight
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 3 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Metformin Therapies improve insulin resistance?
Metformin Therapies may improve Insulin Resistance.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Insulin resistance
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 3 supporting studies with generally consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Metformin Therapies improve body composition?
Metformin Therapies appears to improve Body Composition.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Body fat mass
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
- 2
Body fat percentage reduction
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a small number of supporting studies and should be interpreted cautiously.
Limitations
- Only a small number of supporting studies are available.
- Population details are unavailable.
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