Testing Supplies
I’m wondering what type of testing supplies y’all are using. I’ve used all kinds, but after 6 years of working at my local Walmart pharmacy (I’m not working right now, but was working for Ruger, the gun manufacturer, before the cancer), I learned about Relion brand supplies.
At first I started using Relion Prime, which worked just as well for me as did the more expensive brands (your doctor will give you a meter for free, but the test strips are outrageous). After comparing them side by side… read more
I used Relion before getting my Medicare, never had any problem, but my Medicare has sent me a free meter and strips ever 3 months. Thank you for passing the info on about the insulin, I'm glad… read more
Humulin R
I'm on the Humulin R u 500 what is the difference in Humulin R and the r u 500
There is two types of Humulin. R and N. Both will have "U" after them.
The U simply indicates the "concentration" as in U-100, U-200, U-500 etc Where U-500 is 5 times as concentrated as U-100.
The… read more
Hi I Am Type 2 Diabetic My Question Is Can I Inject Insolyn In Another Place Then My Belly
I take Novolin 30/70 twice a day thank you in advance Ziva
Yes, you can inject insulin in areas other than your belly. According to the knowledge base, insulin injection areas include:
- Thighs
- Buttocks
- Backs of the arms
However, insulin is absorbed… read more
What Are Average Costs For Insulin With Insurance.
will probably be going on insulin in near future.
$35 Beginning of the year and slowly goes up to $135 by the end of the year for co pay. Middle part of the year when you enter the so called doughnut hole that's when it start to get expensive for a… read more
What Apps (specifically For An ANDROID) Do You Use On Your Phone Via Google Play That You Recommend And Why?
I am curious to know (for android users only, as I do not have an iOS (apple) and those responses would not be of any use)
For daily glucose monitoring And for tips and tricks
What apps on Google play do you use to help
Maintain
Recipes
Tips and advice
I already utilize the "Carb Manager" app.
I would just like to know what other apps the community is using. Again for ANDROID phone users only.
Cheers
S.
@A DiabetesTeam Member
Ended up with the freestyle libre 2. Works great.
I Went Off Ozempic After 3 Months -found Sugar Levels Ok-no Loss Of Weight [.5] So Insulin-metamorphin Any Reccomendations?
Why Is My A1C At 6.5 But My Blood Sugars Are Real High Sometimes?
Then that makes sense. If you have just started the Humulin it may take a bit of tweaking to finalize how many units you will need.
Does Anyone Use Novalog 70/30 Mix?
Read the package I think you have to use it within two weeks. It may be a month.
Different Types Of Insulin?
I was wondering if there was an Insulin that like Lantus lasts for 24 hours but also has a peak period unlike Lantus which does not. So does anyone know if there is this type of Insulin and if so please give me the brands and names of any information you may have. Thanks everyone for your help it`s much appreciated.....Nan...xo.
I am on Basaglar and take 52 iu's daily usually with evening meal.
A1c 11.8 Farxica Gave Me Uti On Basalgar Now Told To Also Take Humilin 3x And Ozempic. Too Much?
Type 2 diabetes farcical gave me uti leading to sepsis in icu 1 week
Thanks for the advice. I remember testing urine that way when I worked. I am a huge plain water drinker so I will definitely put that into practice thanks for being so supportive