8th March 2024

A 37 year old office worker presents with pyrexia and sharp chest pain which is relieved on leaning forwards.

A 37 year old office worker presents with pyrexia and sharp chest pain which is relieved on leaning forwards. He has a past medical history of diabetes and a previous duodenal ulcer. His blood results are as follows:

HbA1c 8.9 (normal <6.5)

White cell count 3.5 (4-11/mm3)

Haemoglobin 130g/L (130-180)

Which of the following medications would be the most appropriate to start in this gentleman?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.