What medicines are used for Type 2 Diabetes?

The treatment for Type 2 Diabetes is divided into two types, such as oral medications (oral hypoglycemic drugs) and injectables (insulin). Consult your doctor depending on your condition fot the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

What types of insulin can people with diabetes use?

Depending upon the duration of action, there are different kinds of insulin for example: Rapid-acting, Short-acting, Intermediate-acting, Long-acting etc Depending upon your requirements, your doctor will pick the best one for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

How do people take insulin?

nsulin can be taken with the help of: Vial and syringe shot Insulin pen Insulin pump

Can you manage diabetes on your own?

You can manage your diabetes when it is in the early stage, on your own with proper lifestyle modification, eating healthy, staying active and checking your blood sugar. But it is always recommended to get in touch with your doctor & healthcare experts for better management.

How long does treating diabetes take?

Diabetes is a chronic condition which can be kept under control. Though it cannot be cured completely, it can be treated with the right care to stay healthy.

What is the best treatment for type 2 diabetes?

The treatment for type 2 diabetes involves lifestyle modification, diet changes, exercise and medicine. Your doctor will help you find the right mix for you.

How much does type 2 diabetes treatment cost?

The costs of type 2 diabetes treatment depend upon various factors such as medicines, doctor visits, monitoring cost, lab investigations costs, etc and whether you have insurance.

How much does diabetes medication cost?

The price of diabetes medication can vary depending upon the type of medication, class of medicine, from where you are purchasing it, and the discount given by the pharmacy if any. Usually the generic version is cheaper than the branded ones.

What is the most common medication for type 2 diabetes?

Metformin is one of the commonly prescribed medicine for type 2 diabetes. It helps lower your blood sugar levels, control weight, etc.

What other shots for type 2 diabetes are there, not counting insulin?

Apart from insulin, other injectable shots like GLP-1 (Glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists exist. These help your insulin work better and keep your blood sugar steady. GLP agonists are the medications used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity.

What are the general side effects can diabetes medicines have?

Medicines for diabetes can sometimes cause stomach upset, weight changes, or low blood sugar. Your doctor will talk to you about these and how to handle them.

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MBBS (Gold Medalist), DNB, MNAMS, M.Ch (AIIMS Gold Medalist), Co-founder and CEO Fitterfly

Dr. Arbinder Singal is a renowned super specialist doctor with more than 20 years of international experience in healthcare. Dr Singal has won Gold Medals in his medical training at Delhi University and then at All India Institute of Medical Sciences. He has been an invited speaker at American, European, British and Asian Congresses in healthcare. Dr Singal is passionate about the role of prevention more than cure.