Diabetes: Medications
Meglitinides for type 2 diabetes
06/16/08, HealthwiseMeglitinides prevent a rise in blood sugar levels by increasing the amount of insulin produced by the pancreas, similar to the way sulfonylurea medications work.
Sulfonylureas for type 2 diabetes
06/16/08, HealthwiseSulfonylurea medicines increase the amount of insulin produced by the pancreas. This is the primary action of these medicines.
Biguanides for type 2 diabetes
06/16/08, HealthwiseThe action of biguanides in treating type 2 diabetes is not completely understood. They lower blood sugar by:
Sponsored Links
Diabetes Medication & Supplies
Qualify with Medicare - free diabetes supplies to your door. Call now.
www.LibertyMedical.com/diabetesType 2 Diabetes Medicine
Find Out About How To Treat Type 2 Diabetes.
type2-diabetes-info.comDiabetes Treatment
Blood Sugar Levels Matter. Find An Effective Treatment That May Help.
24HourInsulin.comType 2 Diabetes Treatment
Physicians Learn About a Treatment Option. View eDetail and Efficacy.
EliLilly.com/A1C
Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors for type 2 diabetes
06/16/08, HealthwiseAcarbose and miglitol help keep blood sugar levels within a safe range by slowing the rate at which the intestines absorb sugar (glucose) from food. These medications do not cause the pancreas to produce more insulin. They will not cause
Thiazolidinediones for type 2 diabetes
06/16/08, HealthwiseThe action of these medicines in treating type 2 diabetes is not completely understood. They improve the way cells in the body respond to insulin by lowering insulin resistance. Unlike some other medicines used to treat diabetes,
Insulin for type 1 and type 2 diabetes
10/03/08, HealthwiseInsulin lets sugar (glucose) in the blood enter cells, where it is used for energy. Without insulin, the blood sugar level rises above what is safe for the body.
Incretin mimetics for type 2 diabetes
06/16/08, HealthwiseIncretin mimetics act like (mimic) the natural hormones in your body that lower blood sugar. These hormones are called incretins. Exenatide:
Diabetes in children: Giving insulin shots to a child
12/03/08, HealthwiseInsulin is available only in an injectable form that is given into the fatty tissue just under the skin. Most people use insulin in an injection, or shot. While it can also be given through an insulin pump or jet injector, this infor
Type 1 Diabetes: Living With Complications - Medications
11/18/08, HealthwiseInsulin prescribed for type 1 diabetes by an injection or through an insulin pump helps keep your blood sugar level tightly controlled and as close to normal as possible. You may also take:
Diabetic Retinopathy - Medications
04/13/07, HealthwiseThere are no medicines proven to prevent or slow the development of diabetic retinopathy. However, some medicines have been found to be helpful in preventing or delaying complications from diabetes.7
Filter Articles By:
- All results
- Content Type: Article undo
You have filtered by:
In the Spotlight
Recently Diagnosed
You may find that soon after you are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes your blood sugar levels return to normal. You are in what is called the "honeymoon period." But you will need to take insulin again.
Learn more »Yahoo! Groups
Join the Conversation:
Join a Yahoo! Group and discuss topics with other members of the group.
All Diabetes Groups »Search on Yahoo! Health
Elsewhere on the Web
- National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases
- American Diabetes Association
- MedlinePlus: Diabetes
- Diabetes
Search the Web for
DiabetesYahoo! Health Videos
Diabetes
Play Video
Saving My Brother
Provided by: CapessaGrowing up, Cheree's brother was the one in the family who took care of everyone…
Play Video
What is Diabetes?
Provided by: HealthiNationDid you know that diabetes, if unchecked, can lead to very serious conditions such as…
Play Video
True Life Story: Type 2 Diabetes
Provided by: HealthiNationDiabetes took the lives of many of Jimmie's family members, and has become an…
Play Video
Managing Diabetes
Provided by: HealthiNationLife with diabetes means managing your blood sugar levels. Learn about the things you…
My Health
helpTip of the Day
Provided by: RealAgeNov 5, 2009Piling your favorite sandwich fixings on the right kind of bread could mean healthier blood pressure. The right choice? One hundred percent whole-grain.
Read More »View All Tips »