Get Informed: Diabetes
1 in 10 people have Diabetes
iGuard is currently monitoring more than 193,390 patients with Diabetes from around the United States as shown on the heat map below. These figures suggest that roughly 29.1 million Americans have Diabetes with men and women both being affected in similar numbers.
< 21
21-39
40-59
60+
Age (Years)
iGuard is currently monitoring more than 193,390 patients with Diabetes.
Medications used for Diabetes
Drugs commonly taken by iGuard users for Diabetes are listed below, together with the percentage of patients that take each drug.
|
Commonly Used Medication Name* (Hover mouse over name to see medication class) |
% of Patients | Average Risk Rating | Has Generic Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glucophage | 35% |
|
Yes |
| Actos | 13% |
|
No |
| Lantus | 9% |
|
No |
| Glucotrol | 6% |
|
Yes |
| Avandia | 6% |
|
No |
| Insulin | 5% |
|
Yes |
| Humalog | 5% |
|
No |
Less than 5%: Diabeta, Januvia, Byetta, Amaryl, Novolog, Cinnamon
*This list is NOT EXHAUSTIVE - Only drugs used by a sufficiently large number of iGuard users are listed.
**Medications are sometimes known by different brand/generic names, depending upon how they are packaged or used.
Global Patient Feedback for Diabetes ( Post a comment )
Question/Comment:
I currently take Lantus for my Type 1 and I found out a while back that it can increase your risk for cancer, if there's anyone else who uses this insulin, my question is, does it make you kind of weary of using your Lantus?
19 year old Male – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-12-02 00:23:37
iGuard Answer/Reply:
The studies linking cancer to Lantus have so far been inconclusive and contradictory. The FDA is currently evaluating the available information and will provide an update when they reach a conclusion. At this time the benefits of taking Lantus and keeping your blood glucose controlled outweigh the possible risks. Please discuss your concerns with your physician. As new information becomes available, it will make this decision an easier one.
Posted: 2009-12-04 22:53:16
Answer/Reply:
From what I understand, they are conducting further tests to see if the initial study results were accurate. I plan to talk to my doctor at my next visit about changing from Lantus to another similar insulin. It's scary when we take one medication to help something, yet that medication can cause worse diseases than what we are already dealing with.
37 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-12-05 19:01:40
Question/Comment:
I've been diagnosed with diabetes in 1974 at age 26. I was able to visit my doctor regulary until January 2009 when I lost my job. The medications are very expensive and I cannot afford them. Can you tell me who I can contact for some help with my medication.
61 year old female.
61 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-11-12 11:39:29
iGuard Answer/Reply:
You can contact your state's health department to find the nearest health center that offers discounted services to patients who are unable to afford insurance or medical care - the cost of these services are typically adjusted for your income.
You can also call the American Diabetes Association and they may be able to direct to programs that will help you: 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383)
Posted: 2009-11-17 22:32:49
Answer/Reply:
If either of the answers in the last reply you got on here do not work, try to contact Eli Lilly corporation, they make the insulin. Good luck, I hope you find the help you need.
19 year old Male – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-12-02 00:14:29
Question/Comment:
My Dad passed away December 16, 2008 due to type 1 diabetes. He had just turned 81 December 16, 2008. I possibly might have diabetes also. Was tested without eating and both times it was high. The first time it was 154 and the second time it was 118. My doctor hasn't said i was diabetic yet but will have to keep on eye on it. The last time it was May when i was checked. No insurance so any suggestions are welcomed.
42 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-10-02 15:55:47
iGuard Answer/Reply:
Diet and exercise work wonders. Try to limit sugary and starchy foods, and stick to green vegetables and lean protein. Some examples of lean protein are chicken, fish and egg whites. Walking is great exercise and can help diabetes from progressing.
Posted: 2009-11-01 11:00:26
Answer/Reply:
You can't stop from getting type one but as long as you stay away from foods with a lot of carbs that'll help slow it down and exercise is very important to keep it from becoming type 1 anytime soon. You've got what is called pre-diabetes, if you're lucky you'll only have type 2, but with your father having type 1 it's unlikely. Many people think that only young people can get type 1, but even older people can get it. As for your insurance, try for medicaid through your local courthouse.
19 year old Male – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-12-02 00:12:30
Question/Comment:
What are the numbers to look for if you have to take insulin? Is there a way off insulin (lost a job because of insulin)? TV has an intermission for new med, every time I see it 3am I don't have a pen. Why is it when I drink glycerna for diabetics my numbers rise like there is no tomorrow. Diabetic since day before thankgiving 2008. Thanks.
Bill W.
48, male
49 year old Male – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-09-22 20:45:39
iGuard Answer/Reply:
For diabetics, the blood glucose ranges are: 70-130 fasting (before eating) and below 180 one to two hours after the start of a meal. If you are a type 2 diabetic, which is most common in adult-onset diabetes, insulin is usually started after oral medications stop working. Without your complete history, it is hard to determine if there is a way for your diabetes to be controlled without insulin. Talk to your physician about your case and whether a different approach could be taken to controlling your diabetes, one that does not include insulin.
Posted: 2009-09-30 14:56:01
Answer/Reply:
If you lost your job because of insulin you can sue your former job. Insulin is a life saving medication that is needed and you were wrongfully terminated from your job. It should be under the discrimination law, Diabetes is a disability and they cannot discriminate against you for needing your insulin. You might want to look into suing them. Good luck.
19 year old Male – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-12-02 00:19:30
Question/Comment:
I was diagnosed in Aug of 86 with type 1 diabetes. I was told that I was a brittle diabetic. My blood sugars would just roller coaster all the time. For years I did not keep good control over my sugar level and I have only gotten neuropathy in my feet after all these years. I am so thankful for that but I know that one of these days it is probably going to jump up and slap me in the face. I get regular check ups and I have no kidney, liver, or heart problems and my cholestrol is very low. I have always eaten a healthy diet all my life. My mother was a nurse and my grandmother raised her own vegetables. I was very sport oriented in my youth. I just recently got on the insulin pump and it has made a world of difference in my life. My ac1 has never been below 10.8 all these years and now with being on the pump for only 8 weeks my ac1 is down to 8.6. That is a miracle to me. I was use to running with my sugars in the 400 and 500 all the time. Now they stay below 200 all the time. My life has change for the best since the pump.
50 year old female
50 year old Female – Source: iGuard United States
Posted: 2009-09-22 03:53:13
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