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As a medication, insulin is any pharmaceutical preparation of the protein hormone insulin that is used to treat high blood glucose.[4] Such conditions include type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and complications of diabetes such as diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic states.[4] Insulin is also used along with glucose to treat hyperkalemia (high blood potassium levels).[5] Typically it is given by injection u...

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As a medication, insulin is any pharmaceutical preparation of the protein hormone insulin that is used to treat high blood glucose.[4] Such conditions include type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and complications of diabetes such as diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic states.[4] Insulin is also used along with glucose to treat hyperkalemia (high blood potassium levels).[5] Typically it is given by injection u...

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Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (NPH) insulin, also known as isophane insulin, is an intermediate-acting insulin given to help control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.[3] It is used by injection under the skin once to twice a day.[1] Onset of effects is typically in 90 minutes and they last for 24 hours.[3] Versions are available that come premixed with a short-acting insulin, such as regular insulin.[2] The common side eff...

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Neutral Protamine Hagedorn (NPH) insulin, also known as isophane insulin, is an intermediate-acting insulin given to help control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.[3] It is used by injection under the skin once to twice a day.[1] Onset of effects is typically in 90 minutes and they last for 24 hours.[3] Versions are available that come premixed with a short-acting insulin, such as regular insulin.[2] The common side eff...

I'm a diabetes type 2 patient. I'm taking Insulin twice a day and Janumet three times a week. My blood sugar level is around 150, but there is no sign of improvement. My MRI test of the brain did not show any major defect. Please advise as to what I should do? ## Hello, Chandra! How are you? What types of foods do you eat? Anything sweet, including fruits, will elevated your blood sugar, even regular foods do so, but not as much as the sweets. And how much fat is in the foods you eat? Fat coats the cells, so sugars can't enter the cell wall to be burned for energy. That causes them to remain in your blood stream elevating your sugar levels, as well. The best diet for a diabetic should be low in sugars and fats, while consisting of lots of fresh vegetables and whole grains. E...

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insulin ## I have type 1 diabetes. I'm currently taking lantus and novalog. My pharmacy gave me novalog 70/30. Without realizing I took it in place of my regular novalog. My pharmacy is closed on Sundays. I'm worried about effects. What should I do? ## Connie, it would be best to monitor your blood sugar to keep an eye on what effects it may have on you, and contact your doctor as soon as possible. If you experience any adverse effects, please seek medical attention. Ref: Insulin Information The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, hunger, and low blood sugar. Watch for any signs of low blood sugar, such as chills, extreme dizziness, and feeling faint. How are you doing, now?

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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?

i am suffering from high type 2 diabetic. Since last many years, despite my taking regular medicine my fasting level is above 250 and pp above 325.i have reservation against taking insulin. Nothing worked. Yoga, meditation, walking, exercise, and change of medicine all failed. i have also tried aurvedic medicine also. My bp which was on higher side, has come under control by aurvedic medicine where tazloc am failed. But no solution for diabetic problem. I was taking amryal mp2 and now glimiprix but of no use. I have a feeling weather i have sugar at all? what do i do now to address this pro lem? ## What types of foods do you normally eat? Anything that is high in sugar, or fats can cause your blood sugar to become elevated, according to NIH reports. A lack of exercise can also contribut...

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I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes on 5 Jan 2017,when my blood glucose was 718, with a HgbA1C of 9. So began my journey on Regular insulin and Lantus, with a drastic change in diet and a script for Metabolic Surgery(the new gold standard for the treatment of diabetics that are morbidly obese) I was switched to metformin which caused major gastric problems, then went to Januvia with glimepiride, then advanced to Jardiance 25mg with glimepiride 4mg twice a day. I have changed my diet and started exercising 3-4 times a week. I have lost 45 lbs and have had to cut the glimepiride out. So presently I am taking the Jardiance daily in the am and my A1C is down to 5.4 and my average blood sugar is in the low 100's. I have had one UTI, and the weight loss as side effects from the Jardiance. S

I AM 45 YEAR OLD. I'VE BEEN A DIABETES MELLITIS AND HYPERTENSION PATIENT FOR THE LAST 10 YEARS ON REGULAR MEDICATION AND BOTH ARE CONTROLLED ON INSULIN AND ANTI HYPERTENSIVE MEDICATION. 3 MONTHS AGO I DID BYPASS SURGERY B/C 3VD. I WANT TO ASK, CAN I USE VIAGRA? IS IT SAFE FOR ME AFTER BYPASS SURGERY? I WOULD LIKE TO INFORM YOU THAT I AM NOT TAKING ANY NITRATES AND I DON'T HAVE ANY HISTORY OF MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. NOW A DAYS, I AM USING THESE MEDICATIONS: ASPIRIN, PLAVIX, CONCOR 5 MG, LIPITOR 40 MG, AND INSULIN ON A FIXED DOSE. KINDLY REPLY TO ME AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. THANKS. ## No, it actually shouldn't be taken with blood pressure/cardiac medications, because it can also lower blood pressure and could cause it to drop dangerously low, according to the NIH. What has your doc...

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i get regular menses every month, i m over weight, thin hair on scalp, i have got hair on my face. are this systoms of PCOS? should i take melmet sr 500 as consulted by my doctor? ## Did your doctor say it was PCOS? Learn more PCOS details here. Those are very common symptoms of it. And medications, such as Melmet-SR, are often used, because it's been proven that the symptoms of PCOS can be improved by helping with your insulin resistance. Learn more Melmet details here.

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I am taking lupisulin m30 70 100 iu ml, this insulin 12 units in morning and 10 units in evening 30 minutes before lunch and dinner respectively. Along with this I am taking Jalra M 50mg/500mg twice a day before meals. Also I am taking Glimisave2, Optisulin, and Razel F5. Nusar50 for BP. After consuming all these medicines my sugar level is not in control. I am going for walks in the early morning, 7 kms. in 1 hour. This is what I do regularly. Help me. How can I control my sugar levels? ## What types of foods do you eat? The NIH lists your diet as being very important for controlling your blood sugar. You need to keep your diet as low in fats, and sugar, as possible. They can both elevate your blood sugar levels. What levels have your sugars been tested at recently? Do you get a lot of...

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Hi, Iam married,28 years of old and over weight.. My periods are not regular,my gyno take pelvic scan and it shows normal... But she prescribed glycomet 500.. I have arthritis too... let me know how long should I take this medicine..we are planning now for a baby..Does any problem occurs if arthritis patient in her pregnancy period? ## Hello, Divya! How are you? Glycomet is often prescribed to patients with PCOS/PCOD, because it has been found that the condition can improve by helping someone's insulin resistance. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, flatulence, stomach pain and hypoglycemia. Your doctor will instruct you on how long you should take it. As to your arthritis, that depends on which joints are affected. If you have problems with your hips and knees, you may need...

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I am 80yrs old. Have been prescribed Banocide Forte 100mg 3 times a day for increased swelling for old filariasis. Does the medication bring down the swelling in the left foot? How many days should I continue treatment? Does it produce any side effects? I am a diabetic and am regularly on insulin. ## Banocide Forte contains the active ingredient Diethylcarbamazine, it is an antihelmintic, so it is intended to eradicate the filariasis, but not it won't directly work on the swelling. As to how long you should take it, you should follow whatever instructions your doctor provided. Learn more Diethylcarbamazine details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thanks for your information given by Verwon regarding banocide forte 100mg which acts only on filariasis. I fully apprecia...

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i m taking this medicine abt 2 month regularly because ihave anovulation problem and thats why im not able to concieve but my periods are regular. ## Has your doctor given you a diagnosis? It is possible to still have your period and not be ovulating, as you should. Women on hormonal birth control don't ovulate, but can still have their periods. Gluconorm contains the active ingredient Glimepiride, it is an antidiabetic medication and, it is sometimes given to women that suffer from PCOD, because it has been shown the the problem can be helped, if their body's use of insulin is improved. ## what is gluconorm sr 500 for.given by my doc. ## Doctor has prescribed me gluconorm SR and nervijen NP I want to know uses of this and what is benefit

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I am non diabetic but obese 48-year-old female. My doctor gave me Glucomet 500 mg half tablet morning and half tablet in the night for weight reduction. Is it safe for a non diabetic to take diabetic medicine? ## HI, Malathi! Yes, it's safe as long as your doctor is going to be supervising you regularly. When it's used in such cases, it's due to your doctor suspecting that you may be insulin resistant, thus an antidiabetic medication may help improve your situation and enable you to lose weight. You may experience some side effects from it, such as nausea, headache and flatulence. Is there anything else I can help with?

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im am diabetes . recently i have suffering from bells pelsy on 27 th jul 2014, Dr prscrib wysolone 60 mg per dey, but my diabetes lavel not control.I have also take nsulne, ## Wysolone is a steroid class medication that contains the active ingredient Prednisolone, and it can cause elevations in your blood sugar levels, while you are taking, according to NIH reports. Other side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, acne, fluid retention, and hypotension. How are you doing? Is the insulin the only regular medication you take? How high have your sugar levels been?

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My dad underwent oral surgery and cannot swallow. He is on a liquid diet and on this med. He is diabetic. The medicine is crushed and mixed with variety of food but he is not taking the medicine. It is extremely bitter. What can this powdered form be mixed with so that it helps him? Thanks ## Since this is a time released medication, it is not safe to crush it. That could result in overdose, because he may get too much of the medication, at once. It would be best to consult his doctor as he may need to switch to a regular release medication, for awhile, or possibly insulin. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain and flatulence. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am 39 yrs female. my weight is 90 kg and have led a sedentary life and was also was stressed since 3-4 months . my blood sugar levels are 155 fasting and 243 post lunch. family history- paternal grandfather and 3 paternal aunts and 1 paternal uncle have had diabetes. the doctors have advised me no sugar, fried and moderate diet with regular walks for a month after which the tests will be repeated. Also put me on cetapin 500 two tablets morning and night. is this line of treatment correct. any other advice.? ## Hi Chandni, If you have type 2 diabetes, there are some other options out there for you. There is scientific evidence that Diabetes type 2 is caused by an excess of fat (not sugar) in the bloodstream, which then causes unstable blood glucose levels, an over-production of insulin...

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During routine CBC...i have noticed eosinophil as 18% in W.B.C...What exactly it means and how to reduce it.I'm type 1 diabetic for last 8 years.I'm taking atomrac 10 at night and regular insulin two times.Plz help me....