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How Can Blood Sugar Levels Be Kept Under Control?
What are the most commonly prescribed generic medications for controlling blood glucose in Type 2 diabetics. I am currently on Metformin 1000 mg, 2x daily. My morning glucose levels are averaging around 140. My doctor keeps trying to prescribe name brand, very costly medications. I want generic. Please help.
Tue, 23 May 2017
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I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns.
Metformin is very effective and is a relatively cheap drug. Your blood sugar level is pretty much controlled with metformin and thus you can stick with the same.
Metformin is g]the generic name and you can choose the inexpensive one from the pharmacy in case your doctor forces for costly brands.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr Shinas Hussain
Thanks for trusting Healthcaremagic!
I have gone through your query and I can understand your concerns.
Metformin is very effective and is a relatively cheap drug. Your blood sugar level is pretty much controlled with metformin and thus you can stick with the same.
Metformin is g]the generic name and you can choose the inexpensive one from the pharmacy in case your doctor forces for costly brands.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr Shinas Hussain
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