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Covington, TN

Ive seen Glucose tablets in the diabetic section of stores. just wondering if their for when you blood sugar crashes or is running too high
thanks

March 30, 2019
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Members unanimously clarified that glucose tablets are for treating low blood sugar crashes, not high readings, and many emphasized keeping... Read more

Members unanimously clarified that glucose tablets are for treating low blood sugar crashes, not high readings, and many emphasized keeping them on hand at all times for safety. Several members shared practical tips including drinking a small glass of orange juice as an alternative quick fix, eating protein and exercising when blood sugar runs high, and monitoring carbohydrate intake at meals and snacks to prevent spikes. A recurring theme was the importance of understanding how different products work for your body, with one member noting they need at least six generic store-brand tablets to feel the effect, highlighting that individual responses can vary.

A DiabetesTeam Member

For when it's low!

March 30, 2019
A DiabetesTeam Member

I have taken glucose syrup for when I have had Hypos when my sugar levels have been very low, when I have taken the syrup it works quite quickly.
I really don't know about high readings [as I have really never had a high] so sorry I can't help on that subject.

April 9, 2019
A DiabetesTeam Member

I always keep candy or the tabs with me, the problem I have the tablets is that I have to have at least 6 for them to really work, I'm not sure if this is the case with all glucose tablets or just the generic store brands.

April 2, 2019
A DiabetesTeam Member

For crashes. I keep them on me at all times just in case i go low

April 1, 2019
A DiabetesTeam Member

@A DiabetesTeam Member Hi....you can stop eating carbs to prevent it from going too high.

April 1, 2019

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