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Is Intake Of Medication Necessary For Persistent Elevation In Sugar Levels?
Sir, my sugar level is 161 now but last week when I checked by lab then sugar level is 289. I have never taken medicine. Sir last one year in April 2015 my level is 349 but walk and diet controlled level not more 160. So please tell may I start medicine. Doctor advise me for gliformin co 500
Thu, 14 Jul 2016
Hello.
Yes, your sugar does seem to be on the higher side more often than one would like. I would advise you to start with oral diabetic medications, preferably with Metformin. You can also get your HbA1c done to know your average blood sugar levels for the past 2-3 months.
Kindly consult with your diabetologist and also dietitian to chalk out a Ppan for your blood sugar management.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Dr Geeta
Yes, your sugar does seem to be on the higher side more often than one would like. I would advise you to start with oral diabetic medications, preferably with Metformin. You can also get your HbA1c done to know your average blood sugar levels for the past 2-3 months.
Kindly consult with your diabetologist and also dietitian to chalk out a Ppan for your blood sugar management.
Hope this helps.
Regards,
Dr Geeta
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