Diabetes Medications - Types and Uses

Diabetes medications are prescription drugs used to manage blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes.

Diabetes Medications FAQ

What type of medication is used in Type 1 diabetes treatment?

Insulin is the most common type of medication used in type 1 diabetes treatment. There are more than 20 types sold in the United States. It’s given as an infusion under the skin (with the help of an insulin pump) or as an injection. There are multiple types of insulin.

What are the different types of Medicine for type 2 diabetes?

There are many types of medicine for type 2 diabetes. It can take time to find a medicine and dose that's right for you. You'll usually be offered a medicine called metformin first. You may need to take extra medicines, or a different medicine such as insulin, if: you have other health problems, such as heart problems or kidney problems

What type of diabetes medicine can I take if I have diabetes?

These are tablets that reduces the amount of glucose absorbed by your kidneys and your blood. Some people with type 2 diabetes may also take tablets related to their diabetes, for example, statins or blood pressure tablets. Apart from insulin, the other diabetes medicine that you be prescribed which you inject is: :

How does a type 2 diabetes medication work?

Several classes of type 2 diabetes medicines exist. Each class of medicine works in a different way to lower blood sugar. A medication may work by: Causing the pancreas to make and release more insulin. Limiting the liver's ability to make and release sugar.

What are diabetes medications?

Diabetes medications are a common form of treatment for people with diabetes. There are many different types of diabetes medicines, or anti-diabetic drugs, and this includes insulin, which has its own area within the site.

What are the different types of diabetes drugs?

There are many different types of diabetes medicines, or anti-diabetic drugs, and this includes insulin, which has its own area within the site. Whilst each drug is unique in the way it works to help patients with diabetes keep their condition under control, some act similarly to one other and are grouped in the same class of drugs.