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11/13/09 07:34 PM

"been haveing good blood sugars most of the day 2 times lately before supper 110-114 but after11/2hrs latter getting 203-243 on meteformin 500mg. 1 ti"
Asked By: duckhunter847  
Category: Type 2

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t2 on 500 mg. of metiformin 1 time a day at supper time.pwd sence feb.2009

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11/18/09 05:33 PM

Hello Duckhunter847
Everyone's glucose levels goes up after eating a meal. It is expected for the glucose level to go up to around 150-180mg/dl about 1 1/2 to 2 hours after your meal. If is is consistantly going up to 200-250mg/dl 2 hours after the meal, you may need a change in your medication. When was the last time you had a blood test for HgA1c? That test shows an average of your glucose levels and looks back over three months. It gives the doctor a very good idea of how well your glucose levels are being managed. Why don't you try taking a few more pre dinner and post dinner fingersticks, then see your doctor to discuss the results.

Try some of the recipes listed on dLife so you know you are making good food choices!

Answered By: Rita Juray
Accreditations: RN, MLT-ASCP, CCM, CDE
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11/24/09 10:32 AM

Could also have something to do with what you are eating. Check out your carbs and sugar contents of the foods you eat might help
Answered By: haggiman
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