HELPSS supports improving access to advance/future care planning for those with a palliative diagnosis who may be in the last year of life. It also provides access to Goldline, a 24/7 telephone service to support these patients and their carers. Tel: 01535 292 768

If you are significantly unwell and at risk of dehydration, some medicines may need to be temporarily
stopped.
This helps reduce the risk of kidney injury and other serious complications.

The relevant medicines are metformin, ACE-inhibitors (like ramipril), diuretics (water tablets) and medicines called dapagliflozin/empagliflozin/canagliflozin.

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SGLT2 inhibitors are medicines commonly used for diabetes, heart failure and kidney disease. They can help protect your 
heart and kidneys as well as helping control blood sugar. Most people take them without serious problems.

There are some rare risks which we want you to be aware of. However, on balance, we still feel these medication are well worth taking as they're so beneficial and the risks are rare. For more information click here