How to manage hypoglycemia ??! Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia) Low blood glucose can make you feel shaky, weak, confused, irritable, hungry, or tired. You may sweat a lot or get a headache. If you have these symptoms, check your blood glucose. If it is below 70, have one of the following right away: l 3 or 4 glucose tablets l 1 serving of glucose gel—the amount equal to 15 grams of carbohydrate l 1/2 cup (4 ounces) of any fruit juice l 1/2 cup (4 ounces) of a regular (not diet) soft drink l 1 cup (8 ounces) of milk l 5 or 6 pieces of hard candy l 1 tablespoon of sugar or honey After 15 minutes, check your blood glucose again. If it’s still too low, have another serving. Repeat these steps until your blood glucose level is 70 or higher. If it will be an hour or more before your next meal, have a snack as well. From FDA manual "What I need to know about Eating and Diabetes" PharmD bashar abudalo
Posted on: Mon, 22 Jul 2013 07:18:08 +0000
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