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How Can FBS Levels Be Reduced While On Metformin?
I have type 2 diabetis. I just went and had a blood test and I have an appointment with my primary doctor tomorrow. I have been concerned lately because my morning readings used to be 120 to 170. However, I have not checked them much for the last few weeks and this week on Monday, and every morning since, they have been ranging from 204 to 235. I currently take Metformin 500 MG 2/day. These high numbers have me very worried and I am researching to see if there are any new or better medications that might be right for me. I am a 67 year old mail, in good health, athelectic and active
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if u r athletic active and have strict dietary control and sugar stilll not control thn u need to have another droug along with metformin like glibenclamide or glimepride . with there two drugs ur sugar again will be checked after 6 weeks to see control. I'm also get ur renal functions tests done
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