High Blood Sugar Levels
High blood sugar levels, also known as hyperglycemia, is a condition that occurs when there is too much glucose in the blood. This condition is often associated with diabetes, a chronic disease that affects how your body turns food into energy. Managing high blood sugar levels is crucial to prevent complications and maintain overall health. Our pharmacy offers a range of medications to help manage this condition effectively.
Causes of High Blood Sugar Levels
High blood sugar levels can be caused by a variety of factors. The most common cause is diabetes, particularly type 1 and type 2 diabetes. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin, a hormone necessary for glucose to enter cells and provide energy. In type 2 diabetes, the body does not use insulin properly, leading to insulin resistance. Other causes of high blood sugar levels include:
- Stress: Physical or emotional stress can trigger the release of hormones that increase blood sugar levels.
- Diet: Consuming high amounts of carbohydrates and sugars can lead to elevated blood sugar levels.
- Medications: Certain medications, such as steroids, can increase blood sugar levels.
- Illness: Infections or illnesses can cause blood sugar levels to rise.
- Lack of Exercise: Physical inactivity can contribute to higher blood sugar levels.
Symptoms of High Blood Sugar Levels
Recognizing the symptoms of high blood sugar levels is essential for timely intervention. Common symptoms include:
- Increased Thirst: A persistent feeling of thirst is a common symptom.
- Frequent Urination: The need to urinate more often than usual.
- Fatigue: Feeling unusually tired or weak.
- Blurred Vision: Difficulty seeing clearly.
- Headaches: Frequent headaches can be a sign of high blood sugar.
- Slow-Healing Sores: Cuts or sores that take longer to heal.
Treatment of High Blood Sugar Levels
Managing high blood sugar levels involves a combination of lifestyle changes and medication. Our pharmacy provides a variety of medications to help control blood sugar levels effectively. Some of the medications available include:
- Lamictal: Used to stabilize mood and may help in managing blood sugar levels indirectly.
- Lamictal Chewable: A chewable form of Lamictal for easier consumption.
- Lyrica: While primarily used for nerve pain, it can be part of a comprehensive treatment plan for diabetes-related complications.
In addition to medication, lifestyle changes are crucial. These include:
- Diet: Eating a balanced diet with controlled carbohydrate intake.
- Exercise: Regular physical activity to help lower blood sugar levels.
- Monitoring: Regularly checking blood sugar levels to ensure they remain within target ranges.
- Stress Management: Techniques such as meditation or yoga to reduce stress.
Prevention of High Blood Sugar Levels
Preventing high blood sugar levels involves adopting a healthy lifestyle and monitoring your health regularly. Here are some preventive measures:
- Healthy Eating: Focus on a diet rich in vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.
- Regular Exercise: Engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week.
- Weight Management: Maintain a healthy weight to reduce the risk of insulin resistance.
- Regular Check-Ups: Visit your healthcare provider regularly to monitor your blood sugar levels and overall health.
- Avoid Smoking and Limit Alcohol: Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can increase the risk of high blood sugar levels.
By understanding the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of high blood sugar levels, individuals can take proactive steps to manage their health effectively. Our pharmacy is committed to providing the necessary medications and support to help you maintain optimal blood sugar levels.
How does Canadian Insulin Work?
Canadian Insulin provides an affordable solution to costly diabetes medications in the United States. By partnering with licensed Canadian pharmacies, we offer medications at a lower cost. Once you register with us, you can browse our selection of affordable insulin and diabetes supplies. After placing an order, we work with our licensed pharmacy partners to fill/refill your prescription(s).
Is ordering medication online legal?
It is permitted to buy non controlled substance medication for personal use online. Please read the FDA memo for more information on personal importation of medication.
Are generic medications safe?
Generic medication is simply a medication that has been manufactured by a different company, rather than the company who originally held the patent on the product. Generic medications work in the exact same manner as brand name medications and are bio-equivalent to their brand name counterparts. Generic versions of medications cost far less because they invest less money on marketing.
Are Indian/Turkish generic medications safe?
India & Turkey have one of the largest pharmaceutical manufacturing industries in the world! In fact, many of these companies are doing contract manufacturing for the North American market, and therefore their facilities are FDA approved. We source our medications only from the top-rated manufacturers who follow GMP guidelines, and produce their medicine in world-class manufacturing facilities. All of the Indian generic medications we sell are approved by the World Health Organization, Pepfar, and the Indian FDA.
How often do I need to send in the release form & prescription?
Prescriptions are valid for one year or until the refills authorized have been exhausted.
How often should I order?
We can send up to a 90 day supply at one time. Ordering a 90 day supply saves on shipping and allows your to have a larged amount of medicaiton on hand at one time.
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