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Insulin Pump Basics 1. What is an insulin pump? a. Computerized insulin delivery device b. Delivers insulin similar to the natural pancreas Technology has opened a new area IN diabetes management. Devices such as blood glucose meters, continuous glucose monitors, and insulin pumps have helped to simplify diabetes management to achieve better outcomes in diabetes …
Insulin Preparations & Insulin Treatment Insulin is the hormone that helps our body use glucose (sugar). In diabetes, body is unable to use glucose because of deficiency or ineffectiveness of insulin. In type 1 diabetes, the body can not make insulin. In type 2 diabetes, the body can make insulin but does not respond to …
Diabetic Neuropathy Diabetes is a chronic and common condition in which blood glucose BG (sugar) level is increased. It can be controlled with diet, exercise, medications or insulin depending on the type of diabetes. Untreated, high BG may damage nerves either directly or because blood supply to the nerves is reduced as a result of …
Medications for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Diabetes (a disease in which blood sugar is high) is a chronic, lifelong condition. Broadly speaking, diabetes can be divided into two types. Type 1 diabetes occurs when the insulin producing cells in the pancreas are destroyed by the immune system (autoimmune) by mistake. Type 2 diabetes occurs …
Trulicity What is Trulicity? Trulicity® (Dulaglutide) is a once-a-week, injectable medicine indicated to manage type 2 diabetes or to reduce the risk of future cardiovascular events in people with type 2 diabetes. It mimics the action of GLP-1, and naturally occurring hormone that helps to regulate blood glucose levels. By binding to and activating the …
Ozempic What is Ozempic? Ozempic® (Semagltide) is a once a week, injectable medicine indicated to manage type 2 diabetes or to reduce the risk of future cardiovascular events in people with type 2 diabetes. It mimics the action of GLP-1, and naturally occurring hormone that helps to regulate blood glucose levels. By binding to and …
Glp-1 & Gip analogs for diabetes treatment (Ozempic®, Trulicity®, bydureon®, rybelsus®) Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas which help movement of glucose from our blood into our cells and tissues. Diabetes mellitus is a disorder in which blood glucose (BG) is higher than normal. This occurs because of insufficient insulin release from the …
Metformin (Glucophage) Metformin is the most prescribed initial medication for patients with type 2 diabetes, when lifestyle interventions (diet and increased exercise) are not enough to control blood glucose levels (BG). Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas which help movement of glucose from our blood into our cells and tissues. Diabetes mellitus is …
SGLT 2 Inhibitors Most diabetes experts now recommend SGLT-2 inhibitors as the first line choice for patients with type 2 diabetes. Compared to most other diabetes medications, and these agents have the unique ability to improve diabetes control & protect the heart and the kidney. These medicines work by promoting excretion of glucose in the …
Dietary Guidelines – Gestational Diabetes The goal of a gestational diabetes diet plan is to control blood glucose levels, minimizing risks for the mother and child. Consult with your physician or diabetes educator so they can give you advice based on your body’s needs & circumstance, Some basic tips: Avoid: Blood Glucose Goals: Fasting levels …
