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Could Diabetic Patients Take Glucon D?

Posted on Fri, 29 Nov 2013

Question: Hello, Is it safe to use Glucon D or similar product for Diabetes patients?

Answered by Dr. Shehzad Topiwala (1 hour later)

Brief Answer: Yes Detailed Answer: Glucon D is pure sugar. In small quantities it will not affect blood glucose levels. However if consumed in large quantities it will raise blood sugar levels significantly. So if a person with diabetes has a low sugar reaction then taking about 15-20 grams of glucon D will raise the sugar back to normal range, although the individual should consume s proper meal soon to prevent the sugar from dropping again.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shehzad Topiwala (3 minutes later)

What if the person is having problem of high sugar level in his blood. If this person is not having stemina to walk, can glucon d help him?

Answered by Dr. Shehzad Topiwala (5 minutes later)

Brief Answer: No Detailed Answer: If a person with diabetes has high sugars, it is not a good idea to expect benefit from consuming glucon D frequently. It is not likely to improve stamina either

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Shehzad Topiwala (20 minutes later)

Thank you Doc.

Answered by Dr. Shehzad Topiwala (4 days later)

Brief Answer: you are welcome Detailed Answer: Wish you good luck

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar