Type 2 Diabetes Articles
Glyburide Vs Metformin
What is Glyburide? It is a prescription drug that is taken by people with type 2 diabetes to help them manage their blood sugar levels. Glyburide can be used alone or in…
Gestational Diabetes
What is Gestational Diabetes? Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes characterized by high blood sugar levels in pregnant women. It usually happens in pregnant women who cannot normally produce insulin…
Trulicity Vs. Victoza
What is Trulicity? Trulicity is a GLP-1 or glucagonlike peptide-1 analog that works by increasing secretion of the natural hormone insulin by the pancreas. It also inhibits glucagon release and slows down…
Oral Hypoglycemic Medications – Types, Usage and Side Effects
What are oral antidiabetic (hypoglycemic) drugs? These are drugs administered by mouth to help reduce high blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes. The dosage of oral anti-diabetic medications will vary depending…
Sulfonylureas Drugs: Benefits and Side Effects
What are Sulfonylureas Drugs? Sulfonylureas are a class of medications for people with type 2 diabetes. Along with a healthy diet and exercise plan, sulfonylureas can lower blood sugar by increasing…
Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Medications List
Type 1 Diabetes Medications People with type 1 diabetes have a short list of drugs to choose from, the list for those with type 2 diabetes is long. Insulin is an example…
List of Meglitinides (Glinides) Drugs
What are Meglitinides Drugs? Meglitinides (Glinides) are drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes. By boosting the amount of insulin made by your pancreas, these drugs help lower and keep your blood…
Incretin Mimetics (GLP-1 Receptor Agonists) Drugs
What are GLP-1 Receptor Agnonists Drugs? Incretin mimetics (GLP-1 agonists)—also called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists or GLP-1 analogues—are an injectable medications used to treat type 2 diabetes. They are usually…
Thiazolidinediones (TZD’s) Drugs: Benefits and Side Effects
What are Thiazolidinediones (TZDs) Drugs? Thiazolidinediones (also known as TZDs or glitazones) are a class of oral antidiabetic medications for people with type 2 diabetes. Along with a healthy diet and exercise…
Alcohol Consumption and Diabetes
Taking alcohol is a social lifestyle to many that has benefits and demerits. Studies show that drinking moderate alcohol can reduce your risk of dying from heart disease. If you are…
Signs And Symptoms Of Diabetes In Women Over 40
Diabetes refers to a chronic condition where a person has high blood sugar levels because their bodies cannot produce enough insulin. Insulin is a natural hormone produced by the beta cells in…
Relationship Between Diabetes and Depression
The question that most people are asking is whether diabetes and depression are related. Studies show that if you have either type 1 or type 2 diabetes, your risk of…