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Empagliflozin, Pioglitazone or Glimepiride as Third Agents with Metformin + DPP‑4 Inhibitor: Similar HbA1c Drops but Different Trade‑offs
A 24‑week randomized phase 4 trial found comparable HbA1c reductions when adding empagliflozin, pioglitazone or glimepiride to metformin plus a DPP‑4 inhibitor; metabolic and safety profiles differed, arguing for individualized third‑line selection.