by Mani Bashyam MD | Dec 23, 2020 | Benefits, Insulin, Management, Technology
Important Features Insulin Pump An insulin pump is a very sophisticated means of delivering insulin. There is a small cartridge of insulin, which can be refilled periodically, usually every 2-3 days. Sophisticated electronics control the basal rate of insulin. Boluses...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Dec 22, 2020 | Diabetic Medications, Insulin, Management
What to do if you are under the weather Sick Day Management Having a cold, the flu, or infection can raise your blood glucose levels. You can have serious health problems leading to a coma if your blood glucose levels are very high. Be prepared for illness. Make a...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Dec 21, 2020 | Diabetic Medications, Insulin, Management
Helpful tips Diabetes and Travel Tips When You’re Travelling Follow your meal plan as much as possible when you eat out. Always carry a snack with you if you have low blood sugar or have to wait to be served. Limit your drinking of beer, wine, or other alcoholic...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Dec 20, 2020 | Benefits, Insulin
Why Use The Expensive Analog Insulin And Not The Cheaper Regular Insulin? Regular insulin (Generic) is in a complex (hexamer) state; this delays the absorption of insulin from the injection site into the bloodstream, resulting in the slow onset of action. For this...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Feb 20, 2020 | Diabetic Medications, Insulin, Management
Both generic and nongeneric Classes of Medications Used In Type 2 Diabetes: Biguanides: Drugs in this class are Metformin (Glucophage ER, Glumetza, Riomet, and Fortamet). Sulfonylurea: Drugs in this class include Glipizide (Glucotrol and Glucotrol XL),...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Jan 24, 2020 | Insulin, Management
Alternative Ways For Taking Insulin Many people with diabetes must take insulin to manage their disease. Most people who take insulin use an insulin Pen or needle and syringe to inject insulin just under the skin. Several other devices for taking insulin are...
