Diabetic

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Diabetes mellitus, or simply diabetes, is a group of metabolic diseases in which a person has high blood sugar, either because the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, or because cells do not respond to the insulin that is produced.[2] This high blood sugar produces the classical symptoms of polyuria (frequent urination), polydipsia (increased thirst) and polyphagia (increased hunger). There are three main types of diabetes mellitus (DM). Type1 DM results from the body's failure to prod...

Does the mineral Iodine in Glucerna and Boost interact with Metformin? ## Hello, Missy! How are you? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed, but it's always best to double check to be sure. The FDA classifies Metformin as an oral anti-diabetic medication and its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, flatulence and hypoglycemia. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am from India, right now in Chin tour for about 12 days. Already spent four days in Hing Kong. I am a diabetic for the last 10 years and the last month glucose level of mine is 165 in fasting. I forgot to bring tablet Zoryl 1 mg, which Inused to take before Break fast and dinner. What alternate medicine, I can take here in China and how to get it.

Where can I get DBX-13 and is it for real ## Hi Joe, Of all the research I've done, there honestly isn't much evidence showing what DBX-13 really is or where it can be obtained. In short, many people (including myself) think it's a scam product. But if you'd like to check out some of the other discussion threads pertaining to this topic, I went ahead and posted the links below: Discuss/dbx-13-251946.htm Discuss/DBX-13-253070.htm Discuss/DBX-13-scam-261559.htm I hope this helps!

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i humbly seek help regarding the med sleepasil. i am diabetic & been regulary drinking pioglitazone 30 mg before dinner & likewise taking my levemir determir insulin shots of 13 units before breakfast & 8 units before dinner. i think i have insomnia that is why i wanted to try sleepasil. is it alright to this med together with my diabetic med & insulin?

Codeine + Guaifenesin

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I am diabetic since 1998. My age is 65 years. Since last three years I take Glypride 2mg, BD, Roimet 850 BD, Pioz 15 OD, and Cap Winofit OD My BS about 125 in morning and about 185 after meal. As per some sites the Pioz is banned. Please suggest whether Pioz may be continued or not? My blood test report of 04/04/2015 is as below: HbA1c-6.6%, Average Blood Glucose -143,Total cholesterol- 234, HDL-60, LDL -152, Triglycerides - 119,VLDL Cholesterol -23.72. At present do not have any problem, only some weakness. Please advise

Dextromethorphan + Guaifenesin

Guaifenesin, sold under the brand name Mucinex, among others,[3] is a medication used as an expectorant, intended to help cough out phlegm from the airways.[3] Chemically it is an ether of guaiacol and glycerine. It is unclear if it decreases coughing.[3] Use is not recommended in children less than 6 years old.[4] It is often used in combination with other medications.[3] It is taken by mouth.[3] ...

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A dietary supplement is a manufactured product intended to supplement one's diet by taking a pill, capsule, tablet, powder, or liquid.[2] A supplement can provide nutrients either extracted from food sources or that are synthetic in order to increase the quantity of their consumption. The class of nutrient compounds includes vitamins, minerals, fiber, fatty acids, and amino acids. Dietary supplements can also contain substances that have not been confirmed as being essential t...

I need to know if a diabetic can take atuss hx 300 mg ## Did your doctor prescribe such? If so and you are using it under their supervision you should be fine, they would know to warn you in case of any problems to watch for, so would your pharmacist.

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I am a diabetic,. Blodd sugar level comes 163mg 2 hrs after food to 261 normaly after using Human Mixard aInj. 40uts morning and 35 uts. night and using Gluconorm Tab one morning every day. I am every day becomes sleepy mode and my legs ( Tharipu in malayalam). whether i can use D rise ? ## Have you discussed it with your doctor? I can't find anything about a produce or medication listed under the name D-Rise, or something similar, so I don't know what it contains, or what it is used for. And since you are diabetic and on other medications, it is very important to check with our doctor, before adding anything else.

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Can type 2 diabetics take zyxal. ## Xyzal which is used to treat allergy symtoms, should not be taken if you have liver or kidney problems, or if you are pregnant. If your taking any other prescriptions while taking Xyzal, you should speak with your doctor, to see if they may not react well. To learn more about this drug click on the link below... If you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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I'm trying to identify a pill that is a polygon & light orange with 4 on one side and SB on the other. ## I have been a diabetic for the last 13 years & started using 500 mg Metformin, then moved to 850mg twice daily along with Glimepiride 1 mg once a day. I swim on & off & have a BMI of 28%. Present fasting is 142 & post lunch 255. I require advice on a change in medication to control levels of 100 & 180 to start with. Should I increase the intake of Glimepiride to 2 mg or increase the Metformin to 1g? ## Can diabetic medication make you diluted when taking a drug panel? ## Regarding the original poster, this tablet is manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline, and they list it as being a 4mg Avandia tablet, which is most commonly used to treat diabetes. The FDA lists...

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Dear Doctor 54 Old Man I work on Computer. Exercise: Swimming I am a Type 2 Diabetic since 5 years, I was earlier taking 1 tablet a day of Pioglit MF 15, as this drug is banned. so now I am been prescribed by my doctor physician a tablets Gli-me SR2 containing Glimepiride & Metformin Hydrochloride Sustained Release Tablets. I want to know, is this the right prescription, and also would like to know the side effects of the same in short run or long run. Recently I am have a problem of Erectile dysfunction, and not able to perform well, also premature ejaculation, causing lost of interest. I am very depressed and confused, please Help. ## My mother is suffering from diabetics for the past one year.she was in control for the past one year without medicine.but since june her glucose lev...

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I am helping a friend of mine. She is 78 and confused. How will this medication help her? She has advanced diabetes. ## My mother is 81. She has been taking Aricept 10mg since Oct.2005. Today, 6/28/06 her doctor has prescribed Namenda. I would like to know what this is and how will it work along with the Aricept? ## The Namenda should not interfere with her diabetes or diabetes medication. It was prescribed to help her with dementia (memory loss) or alzheimer's disease. Side effects include tiredness, sore muscles, constipation and dizziness. To the person who asked about its interaction with Aricept. I was unable to find any indication that Namenda interferes or interacts with Aricept. ## carbatol,lonazep,lithosun,emetil are using for propurse.if there side effect of this? ## Namen...

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I have diabetic neuropathy and uncontrolled sugar levels. I have been on norco for about four years and now my doctor said she has cut my prescription in half and sometimes won't refill it at all because she said it is dangerous if your sugars are out of control. Is this true and why has it never been mentioned before? ## Hello, Kelly! How are you? Some of its typical side effects may mask the symptoms of low blood sugar. For example, the FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness and drowsiness… which could also be symptoms of hypoglycemia. Thus, if someone thinks their only experiencing them due to the opiate and doesn't check their blood sugar levels, they could drop low and may end up in a coma. What do you take for your diabetes? What k...

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I am diabatic patient and using DIABETIC PLUS manufectured by HOFMAN PHARMA INDUSTRIES ## I want to know the side effect of the Capsul Diabetic Plus. pls give the datail benifit and loss of use of this capsul. ## sir, how could I get this product (diabetic+ of hoffman Labrotries) in Karachi, Pakistan.. could you give the contact number or email address. ## Where can I get "diabetic plus" capsule (gold)? Kindly share the name of a store in Karachi with their address & phone number, please.

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I am 45 years old. My blood sugar level is FBS 163 & PPBS 239 and BP 130/70. I have been taking regularly "gliclazide 80 mg + Metformin 500 mg & amlodepine 5 mg + lisinopril 5 mg". My sugar level not coming to normal level inspite of taking these medicines reguarly. Please advise should I change or add more medicine to keep my Blood Ssurgar in normal level. ## Hello, Kondodi! How are you? What types of foods do you eat? Anything sweet, including fruits will elevated your blood sugar. Additionally, anything high in fat coats the cells, so they can't absorb sugar to burn for energy, which also causes blood sugar elevations. So, the best diet for a diabetic is one that's very low in sugar and fat. Another question is: How much exercise do you get? This is also anoth...

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Recently I had being diagnosed with a pre-diabetic condition, I am not diabetic but my doctor told me that If i am not take care of my health I will become a diabetic. I am afraid to take medicationse, is there a natural products that I can take to bring down the sugar? and what is the number to determine the diabetic person. ## No, there is no natural product that has actually been proven to help. However, what you can do is eat the healthiest diet you can and get lots of proper exercise. A good diet should be low in refined sugars and fats, which will help to naturally reduce blood sugar levels. It should also be high in vegetables and whole grains. The normal range for someone's blood sugar should be between 80 to 120. Learn more prediabetes details here. Has your doctor given yo...

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Is it safe for diabetics to take baralgin ? ## Hello, Vivienne! How are you? Since you are diabetic, it would be best to speak to your doctor, before taking anything new. Depending on your current blood sugar control and any other possible health complications, like kidney damage, some drugs might not be safe for you to take. What do you take to treat your diabetes?

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