- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Dapagliflozin improves lipid profile and insulin resistance in T2DM patients
Last updated September 9, 2026
Key finding
BMI decreased by 2.1 kg/m² (p = 0.01)
This study investigated the effects of Dapagliflozin on lipid profiles and insulin resistance in patients with Type 2 Diabetes and heart failure, finding significant improvements in various metabolic markers.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Extended (5–20+ y)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study investigated the effects of Dapagliflozin on lipid profiles and insulin resistance in patients with Type 2 Diabetes and heart failure, finding significant improvements in various metabolic markers.
Clinical relevance
These findings are clinically significant as they suggest that Dapagliflozin may not only aid in glycemic control but also improve cardiovascular health markers in patients with Type 2 Diabetes and heart failure, potentially reducing the risk of complications associated with these conditions.
Keep in mind
Limited sample size may affect generalizability Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects Lack of diverse population representation
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Laxmi SB, Sarumathy S, Vengatesh M. Dapagliflozin Improves Lipid Profile and Insulin Resistance in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes and Heart Failure. Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune Disorders Drug Targets. 2026;26:E18715303398749. doi:10.2174/0118715303398749251027044323
Main Effects
Body Mass Index decreased by 2.1 kg/m² (p = 0.01)
Total Cholesterol decreased by 17.3 mg/dl (p = 0.02)
Fasting Plasma Glucose decreased by 88.5 mg/dl (p = 0.0001)
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day and BMI, Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG), Fasting insulin levels, and 9 more.
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Primary intervention
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day
Primary outcomes
- BMI
- Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
- Fasting insulin levels
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- Contributes to 12 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 6 direct semantic evidence topics
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Primary evidence
Evidence topic
Glycemic Control
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Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Fasting insulin levels
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Fasting insulin levels
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Fasting insulin levels
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Homeostatic Model Assessment of Beta-cell function (HOMA-β)
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Homeostatic Model Assessment of Beta-cell function (HOMA-β)
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Homeostatic Model Assessment of Beta-cell function (HOMA-β)
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Insulin resistance
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Insulin resistance
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Insulin resistance
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Low-density lipoprotein
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Low-density lipoprotein
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Low-density lipoprotein
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Postprandial blood glucose
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Postprandial blood glucose
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Postprandial blood glucose
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Total cholesterol
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Total cholesterol
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Total cholesterol
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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Evidence Suggest
- Dapagliflozin reduced triglycerides by 16.2 mg/dl (p = 0.01)
- HDL increased by 3.8 mg/dl (p = 0.001)
- HOMA-IR decreased by 1.05 (p = 0.002)
Who this applies to
- Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
- Patients diagnosed with heart failure
Keep in Mind
- Results may not apply to non-diabetic populations
- Further studies needed to confirm long-term benefits
- Potential side effects of Dapagliflozin not addressed in this study
Between the Lines
- Limited sample size may affect generalizability
- Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects
- Lack of diverse population representation
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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.
This study contributes to evidence on Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day and Body Mass Index, Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day and Insulin Resistance.
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Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Body Mass Index
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- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day → Insulin Resistance
Medications
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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Does Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day affect BMI?
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day appears to affect BMI.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
BMI
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day improve fasting plasma glucose (FPG)?
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day appears to improve fasting plasma glucose (FPG).
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day improve fasting insulin levels?
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day appears to improve fasting insulin levels.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Fasting insulin levels
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day improve hdl cholesterol?
Dapagliflozin 10 mg/day appears to improve hdl cholesterol.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HDL cholesterol
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
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