Even with long-term oral medicine, your diabetes may not be properly controlled if you have fasting 160 mg/dL and postprandial 230 mg/dL. To improve blood sugar management, your doctor might change your dosage, add more modern oral medications, or begin insulin therapy.

Your type and blood sugar levels will determine which diabetic medicine is appropriate for you. Typically, your doctor will prescribe metformin, sulfonylureas, or insulin. Diabetes can be efficiently managed with a balanced diet that includes high fiber, regulated carbohydrates, and frequent exercise like yoga, swimming, or walking.