what are the medicines diabetes can't take?
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try webmd.com or ask your local pharmacist (they can give you free advice quicker than a doctor).
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For years doctors told me you do not get diabetes from eating a lot of sweet stuff (sugar) but I no longer believe that. I used to use 3 tsp. of sugar in every cup of hot beverage. I now find that doing that put a lot of stress on the pancreas.\n\nI cut way down on sugar, my diabetes is under control-recently my dr. took me off of diabetic medication and I have lost 22 lbs!\nOthers who have stopped certain brands of diabetic oral medication have also experienced weight loss. Brochures that come with your prescription will often mention weight gain as side-effects and it is true! Ask your doctor, if you go on medication, if there is one that will not have that side effect. I got up to 188 lbs! My weight continues to decline!\n\nI scarffed down sweets much of my life-please try and wean yourself off of it-the price to your health is not worth it! Diabetes is now in eptidomic porportions in this country and we have to make choices that,in the end, effect us a life-time. marlyne B
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In foreseeable future no cure for Diabetes is is known.Type 2 Diabetes is generally seen in overweight people who eat well but exercise less.Stirct dieting ,strenuous exercise almost always reduces blood glucose to acceptable levels.But many do not follow this regimen .Such men and women should take two typed of drugs. 1)Metformin etc. These drugs facilitate the transfer of Insulin from blood to cells where Insulin is needed.2)Sulfonyl ureas. These drugs stimulate beta cells of Pancreas  to produce more Insulin.Generally a combination of these is used.\nAny claim of cure is only from quacks.Consult your doctor.
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there realy arn't any side effects to insulin just low blood sugar if you take too much for the amount of food and activity you take in.  The diabetic drugs available today are only able to work if you have some insulin production in your body and tery are all different.  Some help work with the liver by not sending out sugar into ypur blood stream.  You (your doctor) have to find the right mix for you, your body, your type of diabetes.
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too many to list -- would consult you to a website\non the internet such as the ADA (american diabetes association) and it would list you all the effects.\nbig ones are kidney and heart.
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Along with checking with your local social services office, check with your local health department. Many local health departments have diabetes education programs and can refer you to many resources within your community. They may also be able to help with supplies (such as meters or strips). Chances are that they also offer some sort of support / awareness group as well. \n\nHave your brother check with his doctor at his next visit about this issue. His doctor's office could probably provide him with medication samples, depending on the medication he is taking. They could also refer him to outreach service groups in the area that could help. \n\nGood luck and best wishes ...
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If you have diabetes & Impotence you may be able to get viagra via your doctor (on NHS) as it is medically known that diabetes can cause impotency as well as other problems with in body.  The NHS recognises these problems as is there to help people lead a normal and healthy life.
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There is no cure for diabetes.  Only medication to treat the disease.  You should talk to your doctor about diet, exercise, etc to help keep your blood sugar from the extreme highs and lows.  \n\nThere are NO herbal or homeopathic medicines for diabetes.  If you come across one that says that their products will CURE it......it's a lie.  These companies get in big trouble all the time for putting out those false claims.  People, who are desperate, will believe that and stop their medications believing in the "cure"....which doesn't exist.  Some of them die, but they all become very sick.
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Have you tried Xango it is Hypoglycemic (anti-diabetic effect) and\n Anti-diarrheal
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if you are in the USA, the Walgreens I go to has a very good section of meds and supplies for diabetics.  I have used the Diabetic Tussin for colds.  There are different varieties for different symptoms, congestion, cough, night-time,etc.  \nSince diabetes is an epidemic of sorts, I would imagine the big pharmacy stores would be carrying diabetic medicines soon if not already.\nI also ask the pharmacist about over the counter meds because they should know.
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I have seen many diabetics who have tried alternative systems of medicine only to learn that they are not of any help.Recojet is a syringe through which insulin can be taken painlessly.Inhalable insulin is also coming.E-mail at recosulin@shreya.co.in for information on Recojet.Or dial toll free no 1600223555 from 9.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. from Monday to Saturday.Please do not try to get off insulin.
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Limit your carb intake. The body turns all carbs into sugar. With simple carbs; sugar, honey, syrup, etc. the body converts these quickly causing your blood sugar to spike so avoid these. Complex carbs like rice, oatmeal, beans, etc. take longer to convert so your blood sugar doesn't spike, but it will still go up. You also have to be careful not to eat too much protein. Protein won't effect your blood sugar, but will effect your kidneys which are already working overtime trying to get rid of the excess sugar. Make an appointment and talk with a dietitian. In the meantime practice portion control. That's where most of us get in trouble. 1/2 Cup is a serving of starch like corn, beans, pasta, potatoes. 1 Cup is a serving of raw veggies and 1/2 Cup cooked veggies = a serving. 1 oz. of meat = 1 serving of meat. Watch your diet and talk with a dietitian and you should be able to control your diabetes without having to go on meds. OH and always carry some hard candy with you in case your blood sugar gets too low. Good luck with this.
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Shakiness, confusion, and a devastating hunger.  sweating and if left untreated hypoglycemic shock. absolutely miserable place to be, that is why diabetics who use insulin must carry honey or glucose tabs with them because it can be seriously life threatening if untreated.  Get the person some juice immediately or some honey or a candy bar, quick elevate their blood sugar.
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I took medication for awhile but they didn't work at all.  My doctor ended up putting me on insulin, even though I'm a type 2 and technically shouldn't be insulin-dependent.  It's what you might need to do.
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It might not be related to the meds but rather the diabetes itself.\n\nDiabetics don't always heal quickly or well, and can be prone to infections.\n\nI'd suggest he see his dr.
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Weight gain is a common side effect of some anti-diabetic drugs. These are mainly the sulphonlyureas group of drugs eg. Tolbutamide, Glibenclamide, Glicalzide. They make ur body produce more insulin and this makes u hungry...u tend to eat more...and here comes that weight gain. What medication r u taking? U may wanna consult your dr about other drug alternatives such as metformin, acarbose or rosiglitazones. They are highly effective and does not cause this weight gain problem.
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The Diabetic can be controlled by diet, exercise,changing life style,and avoiding stress and strain .If thes do not control then go for antidiabetic tablets. If this also fails then insulin in addition to anti diabetic tablets or alone.