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. 2016 Aug;29(3):166-70.
doi: 10.2337/diaspect.29.3.166.

Adherence to Insulin Therapy

G Blair Sarbacker  1 , Elizabeth M Urteaga  1
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Adherence to Insulin Therapy

G Blair Sarbacker et al. Diabetes Spectr. 2016 Aug.

Abstract

IN BRIEF Six million people with diabetes use insulin either alone or in combination with an oral medication. Many barriers exist that lead to poor adherence with insulin. However, there is an underwhelming amount of data on interventions to address these barriers and improve insulin adherence. Until pharmacological advancements create easier, more acceptable insulin regimens, it is imperative to involve patients in shared decision-making.

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