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Diabetes Drug Linked to 35% Reduction in Dementia Risk, Study Reveals

29/08/2024
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A recent study has found that sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT-2) inhibitors, a medication commonly used to manage type 2 diabetes, may lower the risk of developing dementia by 35%.

Rising Dementia Concerns

The global prevalence of dementia is projected to nearly triple, reaching 153 million cases by 2050. The associated health and social costs already exceed $1 trillion (£780 billion) annually. Type 2 diabetes is recognized as one of 14 factors that increase the likelihood of developing dementia, alongside high cholesterol, untreated vision and hearing loss, hypertension, smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity.

Study Overview

A large-scale study conducted in Korea, published in The BMJ, examined the effects of SGLT-2 inhibitors on dementia risk. This research aimed to address gaps in understanding regarding the protective potential of these drugs, particularly in younger populations and specific dementia types such as Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia.

Research Methodology

The study analyzed data from over 220,000 type 2 diabetics aged 40 to 69 who were enrolled in the Korean national health insurance service and did not have dementia at the outset. Participants were divided into two groups: one receiving SGLT-2 inhibitors, which reduce glucose reabsorption in the kidneys, and the other receiving dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitors, which block an enzyme that raises insulin levels post-meal.

During the study period, 1,172 participants were newly diagnosed with dementia. The analysis revealed that those on SGLT-2 inhibitors had a 35% lower risk of developing dementia compared to those on DPP-4 inhibitors. Specifically, the risk of Alzheimer’s disease was reduced by 39%, and the risk of vascular dementia was reduced by 52% among SGLT-2 inhibitor users.

Study Limitations and Implications

The researchers noted that the study’s observational nature means it cannot establish a causal relationship. Despite this, the findings suggest significant potential in repurposing existing diabetes medications for dementia prevention. Further clinical trials are needed to verify these results and explore the broader implications of SGLT-2 inhibitors in dementia care.

Dr. Jacqui Hanley, Head of Research at Alzheimer’s Research UK, described the data as “promising,” emphasizing the urgent need for effective dementia treatments. She highlighted that repurposing already-approved drugs could accelerate the development of new therapies and reduce associated costs. Hanley pointed out that a diverse range of treatments targeting various aspects of dementia will be crucial for effective management.

Conversely, Prof. William Whiteley, Associate Director of the British Heart Foundation Data Science Centre, cautioned against overinterpreting the findings. He noted that the magnitude of risk reduction observed with SGLT-2 inhibitors appears disproportionately large compared to other interventions for dementia and cardiovascular health.

Conclusion

The study offers encouraging evidence that SGLT-2 inhibitors could play a role in reducing dementia risk. However, robust clinical trials are essential to confirm these results and determine the feasibility of integrating these drugs into dementia prevention strategies.

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