Diabetes Medication

If you have diabetes and are planning on having a baby, there are some things you should know about medications and blood glucose control.

Many people with diabetes, in addition to taking medications for their diabetes, also take prescription medications for their other health problems such as hypertension, high cholesterol or hypothyroidism.

Do you ever find yourself picking up medication prescriptions on different days? Did you ever wonder if you could arrange for your chronic medications to be picked up all at the same time?

An ice storm, tornado or hurricane could leave you without access to food, water or electricity for several days. If a disaster strikes your community, are you prepared? If you have diabetes, this requires much more planning and gathering of emergency supplies.

As the rich fall colours fade away, the barren trees remind us winter is just around the corner, and it is also a time for colds and flu.

Some medications that control blood pressure and cholesterol, when combined with other medications, can increase the risk of undesirable drug interactions.

Birth control is an important issue for a woman with diabetes, as there are greater risks to the woman and her baby if the pregnancy is unplanned. Knowing the options and choosing the best birth control method is critical to ensure good reproductive health.