type 2 diabetes management

Question 1

how often should HbA1c be checked when initiating mx

Answer 1

every 3-6months until stable then 6 monthly

Question 2

HbA1c targets for mx of T2DM

Answer 2

lifestyle = 48

lifestyle + metformin = 48

any drug causing hypoglycaemia (eg lifestyle + sulfonylurea) = 53

Question 3

HbA1c target if already on one drug but HbA1c has risen to 58

Answer 3

53 !!