Here are the most common treatments.
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| | | Lifestyle changes like healthy eating, regular exercise, and better sleep are the first steps in lowering your A1C. But if these changes aren't enough on their own, your doctor can prescribe medications to add to your management plan. | | Today, we'll discuss a little bit about these treatments to help you have a more informed conversation with your doctor. | | Metformin | | Metformin is considered the first-line defense for managing type 2 diabetes. It helps your body use insulin more effectively and decreases the amount of sugar released by the liver. Metformin is particularly effective for people who have obesity, higher glucose levels, a history of gestational diabetes, or are young adults. | | Metformin may not be suitable for you if you have: | - unmanaged diabetes
- type 1 diabetes
- anemia or a B12 deficiency
- a liver or kidney condition
- a severe infection
- recently received treatment for heart failure or had a heart attack
- severe circulation problems or breathing difficulties
- a history of heavy alcohol consumption
- had an allergic reaction to metformin or any other medication
| | Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists | | GLP-1 receptor agonists work by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, which your intestines secrete in response to food to help regulate blood sugar. They also help suppress appetite. | | Your doctor may add a GLP-1 medication to your treatment plan if you: | - cannot take metformin
- have difficulty reaching your target blood sugar levels over several months
- experience complications related to:
| | Click the image below to download a free guide on what to ask your doctor about GLP-1 medications. |  | | | | Insulin | | If your blood sugar remains high even after making lifestyle changes and trying other medications, your doctor may prescribe insulin therapy. If you have type 1 diabetes, you must take insulin daily, as your body cannot produce insulin on its own. | | If your doctor has recommended insulin therapy, it's important to start as soon as possible. This can help lower your risk of complications such as blindness, kidney disease, amputations, and heart attack or stroke. | | Talk about your treatment options with a doctor | | It's important to work with a healthcare professional to create a treatment plan that makes sense for you and your lifestyle. If you're not currently working with a doctor or you're interested in switching care, you can search for professionals in your area based on specialty, procedure, and patient ratings. | | | | Thank you for joining our series! | | That's it from us. We hope the tools and resources shared in this series can help you hit your goals and lower your A1C. Try to be patient with yourself as you embark on these changes, and visit our resource center whenever you need more guidance. | | | | | | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll
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