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April 12, 2007

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Question from India:

It is indicated that infections and systemic inflammation are related to hyperglycemia and insulin resistance. As such, how does the taking of NSAIDs or other anti-inflammatory agents and antibiotics affect glucose levels and insulin resistance?

Answer:

From: DTeam Staff

There is currently a trial underway, Targeting INflammation Using SALsalate in Type 2 Diabetes (TINSAL-T2D), using salicylates to treat insulin resistance.

JTL

[Editor’s comment: See also Inflammation and Insulin resistance.

BH]