Type 2 Diabetes Articles

Metformin (Glucophage) side effects Using Metformin, trade name Glucophage, in the long term to treat diabetes can lead to mild and severe negative effects in both men and women. Mild side effects…

What is Jardiance (Empagliflozin)? Jardiance is an oral diabetes drug used to control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). It is a brand name for empagliflozin. T2D…

Metformin and alcohol consumption If you have diabetes, you might be wondering whether you can take metformin tablets and alcohol together. Just like other medications which interact with other substances, the drug…

What is Rosiglitazone (Avandia)? Rosiglitazone, also known by its brand name Avandia, is an oral diabetes drug that is used to control the level of blood glucose in patients with type…

What is Januvia (Sitagliptin) Used For? Januvia refers to a hypoglycemic drug which is used to treat high blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This medication is used to treat type…

What is Novolin Used For? Novolin is a type of man-made insulin used to control blood glucose levels, which work just like the natural insulin produced by the pancreas. Sometimes, due to personal…

Novolog (insulin aspart) side effects Along with its desired effects, one may be faced with Novolog (insulin aspart) negative effects. If they happen, they may require medical intervention, though others will…

What is Janumet? Janumet is a combination of two prescription drugs that includes Januvia and Metformin. Metformin and Januvia are both oral diabetes drugs that are used to control blood glucose levels. Metformin works…

Being diagnosed with diabetes may bring mixed feelings. But accepting it is crucial to be in a position to start the treatment, for example, Humalog just prescribed by the doctor.…

What is Humalog (insulin lispro)? Humalog onset and peak. Humalog is the brand name of insulin lispro, and is used to control high blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.…

Onglyza (Saxagliptin) Side Effects The possible side effects of the drug are: Upper respiratory tract infection Urinary tract infection Headache Runny nose Sore throat Cough The above Onglyza side effects are normally…

What are Biguanides Drugs? Biguanides (such as generic metformin) are a class of oral medications for people with pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and polycystic ovarian syndrome. Biguanides, like metformin, work by boosting the…