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Medications and Drugs for Treatment of Gestational diabetes

Are you searching for effective medications to treat 'Gestational diabetes'? This comprehensive guide provides the latest information on medications-both generic and branded-that are essential for 'managing and treating Gestational diabetes'.

Whether you're a healthcare professional or an individual seeking detailed insights, this resource covers dosage options, prices, side effects, and administration guidelines for each medication.

A dedicated FAQ section is available for common drugs to address questions and provide a deeper understanding of Gestational diabetes management options. Remember to consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance and verification of information.

Gestational diabetes

The condition is not caused by a lack of insulin, but by the action of hormones produced during pregnancy that blocks the action of insulin.

Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of Gestational diabetes

Glyburide

Glyburide is an antidiabetic compound, prescribed for type 2 diabetes.

Insulin

Insulin is a hormone produced in the pancreas, prescribed for type 1 diabetes.

Brand Names :
Human Actrapid | Human Monotard 40IU/ml Injection | Human Monotard 40 | Human Rapidica | Human Zinulin | Huminsulin-R | Iletin R | Insulin | Insulin 80 iu | Rapidica
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Metformin

Metformin is an oral antidiabetic agent, prescribed for type 2 diabetes.

Brand Names :
Chromet-SR (1000mg+500 mcg) | Asoformin | Asoformin SR | Avimet (500 mg) | B Form | Baymet | Bemet | Bigesens | Bigesens (500mg) | Bigesens XR
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Taming Diabetes

Taming Diabetes

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Diabetes and Hypertension

Diabetes and Hypertension

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Diabetes and Exercise

Diabetes and Exercise

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Diabetes Essentials: Types, Complications, Management & Treatment

Diabetes Essentials: Types, Complications, Management & Treatment

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Diabetic Diet

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Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic Retinopathy

The term 'diabetic retinopathy' refers to changes in the retina which often occur in people with diabetes.

Diabetes - Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose (SMBG)

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Body Mass Index

Body Mass Index

The BMI calculator helps you assess your weight indicating if it is normal or if you are underweight or overweight, based on your height.

Insulin

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Quiz on Diabetes

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Pregnancy Diabetes Chart or Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Chart

Pregnancy Diabetes Chart or Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Chart

Gestational diabetes is a condition affecting nearly 4% of pregnant women. The diagnosis of gestational diabetes is done with the help of a standardized 'Oral Glucose Tolerance Test'.

Quiz on Gestational Diabetes

Quiz on Gestational Diabetes

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Neonatal Hypoglycemia

Neonatal Hypoglycemia

Neonatal hypoglycemia is defined as a blood sugar level of <30-45 mg/dL in a newborn. The hypoglycemia in newborns could result in developmental delay.

Metformin - Diabetes Drug with New Therapeutic Uses

Metformin - Diabetes Drug with New Therapeutic Uses

Metformin, a century old anti-diabetic drug used commonly to bring down blood sugar levels has other therapeutic uses like treating PCOS, aging and obesity.

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