Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Could Cause Elevated Sugar Levels Even After Regular Intake Of Insulin Medicines?
I want to know .. ma dad is taking insulin dose daily 2 time before breakfast and before dinner by past 2 months. Earlier its fine but frm past weeks it is nt in control. Its high. He is living in remote area n we cant consult doctor rite nw. So suggest what to do
Wed, 11 Dec 2013
Hello,
If the blood sugar is not in control with the same dose of insulin than it indicates that the dosage of insulin is not sufficient.
In this situation I would increase the dose of insulin I my patient with regular mointioring of blood sugar to prevent hypoglycemia.
If the blood sugar is not in control with the same dose of insulin than it indicates that the dosage of insulin is not sufficient.
In this situation I would increase the dose of insulin I my patient with regular mointioring of blood sugar to prevent hypoglycemia.
I find this answer helpful
1 user finds this helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Insulin
Loading Online Doctors....