Diabetes Medication List
Diabetes Medication List
Prepared by: [YOUR NAME]
I. Introduction
This Diabetes Medication List is designed to help individuals manage their diabetes by providing detailed information about various medications used in the treatment of diabetes. This list includes essential details such as medication name, type, dosage form, administration route, and common side effects.
II. Medication Categories
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Insulin
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Oral Hypoglycemics
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GLP-1 Receptor Agonists
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SGLT2 Inhibitors
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DPP-4 Inhibitors
III. Insulin
|
Medication |
Type |
Dosage Form |
Administration Route |
Common Side Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Humalog |
Rapid-Acting |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Hypoglycemia, weight gain |
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Lantus |
Long-Acting |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Injection site reactions |
|
Novolog |
Rapid-Acting |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Hypoglycemia, headache |
|
Levemir |
Long-Acting |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Upper respiratory tract infection |
|
Humulin N |
Intermediate-Acting |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Hypoglycemia, weight gain |
|
Toujeo |
Ultra Long-Acting |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Hypoglycemia, weight gain |
|
Apidra |
Rapid-Acting |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Hypoglycemia, nausea |
IV. Oral Hypoglycemics
|
Medication |
Type |
Dosage Form |
Administration Route |
Common Side Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Metformin |
Biguanide |
Tablet |
Oral |
Gastrointestinal upset |
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Glipizide |
Sulfonylurea |
Tablet |
Oral |
Hypoglycemia, weight gain |
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Glyburide |
Sulfonylurea |
Tablet |
Oral |
Hypoglycemia, weight gain |
|
Pioglitazone |
Thiazolidinedione |
Tablet |
Oral |
Weight gain, edema |
|
Sitagliptin |
DPP-4 Inhibitor |
Tablet |
Oral |
Nasopharyngitis, headache |
V. GLP-1 Receptor Agonists
|
Medication |
Dosage Form |
Administration Route |
Common Side Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
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Exenatide |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Nausea, vomiting |
|
Liraglutide |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Nausea, diarrhea |
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Dulaglutide |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Nausea, vomiting |
|
Semaglutide |
Injectable |
Subcutaneous |
Nausea, diarrhea |
VI. SGLT2 Inhibitors
|
Medication |
Dosage Form |
Administration Route |
Common Side Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
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Canagliflozin |
Tablet |
Oral |
Genital infections, dehydration |
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Dapagliflozin |
Tablet |
Oral |
Urinary tract infections, dizziness |
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Empagliflozin |
Tablet |
Oral |
Genital infections, dehydration |
VII. DPP-4 Inhibitors
|
Medication |
Dosage Form |
Administration Route |
Common Side Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Sitagliptin |
Tablet |
Oral |
Nasopharyngitis, headache |
|
Saxagliptin |
Tablet |
Oral |
Upper respiratory tract infection |
|
Linagliptin |
Tablet |
Oral |
Nasopharyngitis, joint pain |
VIII. Conclusion
This Diabetes Medication List is intended to serve as a helpful resource for managing diabetes effectively. For personalized advice and treatment plans, always consult with a healthcare professional.
