Oral Diabetes Medication
Oral diabetes medication can help you control blood glucose, improve insulin sensitivity, and even lose weight. Learn more in this section.
Guide to Diabetes Medications
It's now well-known that type 2 is a progressive disease, which means that to stay healthy over the years, you'll likely need to take one or more types of blood-glucose-lowering medicines. That's why, over time, it's important to work with your health care provider to track your treatment.
Two-in-One: Combo Pills
Several type 2 diabetes drugs are available in combination pills, which can reduce costs and the number of pills you take.
Sulfonylureas: Stimulating Insulin
Newer and more potent formulations of sulfonylureas continue to help people control their blood glucose.
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