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- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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Empagliflozin improves glycemic control in type 1 diabetes patients
Last updated July 18, 2026
Key finding
Hemoglobin A1C decreased by -0.18% (95% CI: -0.37, 0.005, P =0.009)
This study evaluated the effects of empagliflozin as an adjunct to insulin in patients with type 1 diabetes, showing significant reductions in blood sugar levels and insulin doses.
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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 effects of empagliflozin as an adjunct to insulin in patients with type 1 diabetes, showing significant reductions in blood sugar levels and insulin doses.
Clinical relevance
These findings are significant as they suggest that empagliflozin can enhance diabetes management in patients with type 1 diabetes, potentially leading to better glycemic control and reduced insulin requirements. This could improve patients' quality of life and reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications.
Keep in mind
Limited generalizability due to specific population characteristics Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects Potential for unmeasured confounders affecting outcomes
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Mostafa N, Farzad N, Alireza O, et al. Empagliflozin as an Adjunct to Insulin in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Health Promotion Perspectives. 2024;14(4):380-387. doi:10.34172/hpp.42486
Main Effects
Hemoglobin A1C decreased by -0.18% (P = 0.009)
Fasting blood sugar decreased by -2.60 mg/dL (P = 0.035)
Total daily insulin dose decreased by -7.6 units (P = 0.003)
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Empagliflozin and BMI, Fasting blood sugar (FBS), Glucose iAUC (OGTT), and 2 more.
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Primary intervention
Empagliflozin
Primary outcomes
- BMI
- Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
- Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 68
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- Contributes to 5 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 5 direct semantic evidence topics
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Primary evidence
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SGLT2 Inhibitors and Fasting Glucose
Related evidence
Evidence relationship
SGLT2 Inhibitors and Body Mass Index
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SGLT2 Inhibitors and Postprandial and OGTT Glucose
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Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
Empagliflozin → Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
Empagliflozin → Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerReduction in Hemoglobin A1C levels
Empagliflozin → Reduction in Hemoglobin A1C levels
Empagliflozin → Reduction in Hemoglobin A1C levels
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerTotal daily insulin dose
Empagliflozin → Total daily insulin dose
Empagliflozin → Total daily insulin dose
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Evidence Suggest
- Empagliflozin reduced Hemoglobin A1C by -0.18%, indicating improved glycemic control.
- Fasting blood sugar levels decreased by -2.60 mg/dL, supporting the efficacy of empagliflozin.
- Total daily insulin doses were reduced by -7.6 units, suggesting less insulin dependency.
Who this applies to
- Adults with type 1 diabetes
- Patients currently using insulin therapy
Keep in Mind
- Results may not apply to younger populations or those not on insulin.
- The study's short duration limits understanding of long-term effects.
- Further research is needed to confirm findings across diverse populations.
Between the Lines
- Limited generalizability due to specific population characteristics
- Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects
- Potential for unmeasured confounders affecting outcomes
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This study contributes to evidence on SGLT2 Inhibitors and Body Mass Index, SGLT2 Inhibitors and Fasting Glucose.
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SGLT2 Inhibitors → Body Mass Index
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- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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SGLT2 Inhibitors → Fasting Glucose
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Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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outcome_hubMeasures Body Mass Index as a key outcome.
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outcome_hubMeasures Fasting Glucose as a key outcome.
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Does SGLT2 Inhibitors improve fasting glucose?
Strong Evidence
SGLT2 Inhibitors may improve Fasting Glucose.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 11 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does SGLT2 Inhibitors affect body mass index?
Strong Evidence
SGLT2 Inhibitors appears to improve Body Mass Index.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
BMI
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 5 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does SGLT2 Inhibitors improve postprandial and ogtt glucose?
Strong Evidence
SGLT2 Inhibitors may improve Postprandial and OGTT Glucose.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
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 SGLT2 Inhibitors improve insulin resistance?
Moderate Evidence
SGLT2 Inhibitors may improve Insulin Resistance.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Total daily insulin dose
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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