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Medications for Prediabetes
Medications for PrediabetesWhile you’re adding healthy food choices and exercise into your life, your healthcare provider may recommend an oralmedication to manage your prediabetes.For example, the Diabetes Prevention Program study shows that for some people the medication Metformin canreduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by about 30%.Today, advances in insulin resistance research shows that there are also other medications that may help improve howyour body uses glucose. Talk to your healthcare provider about your medication options.Many people with prediabetes also have high blood pressure and unhealthy cholesterol levels which increases yourrisk of heart disease.Your healthcare provider may prescribe blood pressure and cholesterol medications to further reduce your risk ofserious heart complications.It is important to take all of your medications as prescribed, even if you are feeling good.Some medications have shown benefits that you may not be able to notice. Make sure you understand yourprescriptions, and if you have any questions about your medications or any of the possible side effects, ask your doctoror pharmacist.But remember, medications do not take the place of healthy lifestyle changes. Changes including making healthy foodchoices and getting regular physical activity can reduce your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by 58%.Making healthy lifestyle changes together with medications if prescribed can give you the best tools possible forreducing insulin resistance and preventing or delaying Type 2 diabetes today and in the future.Page 1 of 1This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.HCDB1011296 EN MedicationsForPrediabetes.pdf© The Wellness Network
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