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09/09/09 11:39 PM

"Could Tri-Cor 145mg for high triglisorides cause my blood sugar to go up? "
Asked By: mosierd  
Category: Prediabetes

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I have prediabetes and control it by diet. I have been watching my diet very close since my sugar has gone up and it does not help. Could the medication be causing it to be high

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09/12/09 01:09 PM

Dear Mosierd-

I am glad you contacted dLife for your concerns. According to the drug profile of Tri-cor there are no reported side effects of this drug related to glucose levels. There is nothing mentioned regarding contributing to elevated glucose levels.

What you might consider is the natural progression of your diabetes. Over time, despite good lifestyle behaviors of meal planning and exercise, there continues to be a reduction of insulin secretion from the Beta cells, as well as a decrease in insulin sensitivity.

I have found, by patient experience, that about every 3-5 years patients need what I call a "tune up." A re-evaluation of their pre and post meal glucose levels to see if a medication is necessary to assist with glucose control.

My suggestion is to keep good glucose log records pre and two hour post meal and review them with your physician. Keep up the great work addressing your cholesterol issues to keep yourself heart healthy.

Answered By: Janet HowardDucsay
Accreditations: RN BSN CDE
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