What is Trulicity?
Trulicity is a GLP-1 or glucagonlike peptide-1 analog that works by increasing secretion of the natural hormone insulin by the pancreas. It also inhibits glucagon release and slows down digestion. This medication is used together with a diet plan and ... Read more
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What is Sliding Scale Insulin?
To regulate the patient’s blood glucose levels, doctors use guidelines that can help them identify the amount of insulin that a patient should take, including the “Sliding Scale Insulin”. This form of insulin therapy sum ... Read more
What are oral antidiabetic (hypoglycemic) drugs?
These are drugs administered by mouth to help reduce high blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes. The dosage of oral anti-diabetic medications will vary depending on patient specific condition. These drugs are ... Read more
Different Types and Brands of Insulin Medications
March 04, 2021
One way to treat diabetes is to take insulin. There are five types of insulin, which differ in terms of their onset (how fast they work), peak (how long it takes to reach their full effect) and duration (how long they remain in your body).
The kind of insulin you take ... Read more
Diabetes type 1 may occur at any age; however, it’s more common in children, adolescents and young adults under the age of 40 years.
What is Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)?
T1D is a chronic ailment in which there is a high blood glucose level because the body is una ... Read more
What is Hypoglycemia?
Hypoglycemia refers to a medical condition where a person experiences below normal low blood sugar level. It occurs when the sugar level of the body drops to 70 milligrams per deciliter. This condition is responsible for headaches and aggravating ... Read more