FDA: Stop SGLT2 Inhibitors Before Scheduled Surgery
20 Mar, 2020 | 10:52h | UTCCommentary: FDA advises stopping SGLT2 inhibitor treatment prior to surgery – The Hospitalist (free)
“- Canagliflozin, dapagliflozin, and empagliflozin should each be discontinued at least three days before scheduled surgery.
– Ertugliflozin should be discontinued at least four days before scheduled surgery.
– Blood glucose levels should be carefully monitored after discontinuation of the SGLT2 inhibitor and appropriately managed before surgery.”