Blood Sugars & Medications
Keeping blood sugars the normal range (80-130) will help you feel better and will lessen complications and other sutoimmunity issues.
You should have a blood sugar monitor with strips so you can test your sugars as needed.
If you have a CGM device (Medtronic, Libre, Dexcom, Eversense) you should be able to see your blood sugars on. a regular basis. If you are unsure of how to use a CGM, contact your doctor. to help you.
You can use a blood sugar journal to help you track your BS so you can see where you need to make changes based on your diet, activity and daily functioning.
Food has a huge impact on your sugars, so if you are not watching the amount of carbohydrates, fats, protein or fiber you take in your sugars may drop or spike too high.
Below is information about types of insulin. You should consult with your doctor (endocrinologist or primary care) to help you determine what is the best insulin for you depending on what type of diabetes you have.
Rapid Acting: begins in 15 minutes and lasts from 1 to 5 hours
Short acting: begins in 30 minutes and lasts 3-8 hours.
Intermediate Acting: begins within 1-2 hours and takes 2-4 hours to full effect
Premixed Insulin: Humulin, Novalog, There are a combination of short acting and intermediate acting insulins either in a vial or pen form which can be easier for people to use to treat their sugars.
Glargine Insulin - Long acting insulin lasts for about a day.
Inhaled Insulin - 10 15 minutes to take affect. Do you research about this type of insulin and speak with your doctor before starting any type of insulin.
Ways to Take Insulin:
- Syringes
- Pens
- Insulin Pump
- Inhaler
Consult with your doctor to determine the best insulin for your situation.