Oral Medications: For example, metformin, sulfonylureas, or SGLT-2 inhibitors. These are typically taken once or twice daily with meals to help lower blood sugar levels.
How to use: Take as prescribed by your doctor. It's important to take them at the same time each day and consistently monitor blood glucose levels.
Insulin: If insulin is part of your glyco control regimen, it’s injected into the body to regulate glucose levels.
How to use: Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding insulin type, dosage, and timing (typically before meals or at bedtime). Some individuals may also need to adjust doses based on blood glucose monitoring.
GLP-1 Agonists or DPP-4 Inhibitors: These medications can help regulate insulin production and reduce glucose production by the liver.
How to use: These are usually injectable or oral medications. Injectables may be taken once a week or daily, depending on the specific drug.
Cinnamon: Often used as a powder or in capsule form.
How to use: Take 1-2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon per day (in food or as a supplement), or follow the dosage recommendations on the product label.
Berberine: Known for its potential to help regulate blood glucose.
How to use: Typically, the recommended dose is around 500 mg two to three times a day, but consult with a healthcare provider before use.
Chromium: Helps improve insulin sensitivity.
How to use: The typical dose ranges from 200 to 1000 mcg daily. It's usually taken with meals.
Alpha-Lipoic Acid: An antioxidant that may help improve insulin sensitivity.
How to use: Standard dosages range from 300 to 600 mg daily, divided into two doses.