My HbA1c is 9.2, and I am taking Gliclazide 60 mg MR and Metformin 500 mg twice daily, but my diabetes is still not under control. What should I do?
An HbA1c level of 9.2 suggests that your blood sugar has been staying high over the past few months, even while using Gliclazide and Metformin. This can happen when diabetes progresses over time or when factors like irregular meals, stress, lack of exercise, poor sleep, infections, or unhealthy food habits affect sugar control. Sometimes the current medicine dose or combination may no longer be enough for the body?s needs. A proper review with your doctor is important because they may need to check your daily sugar readings, kidney function, weight, diet, and overall lifestyle before deciding whether treatment changes are needed. Avoid stopping or increasing medicines on your own. Making small daily changes can also support better control. Try eating meals at fixed times, reducing sweets and processed foods, walking regularly after meals, staying hydrated, and maintaining a healthy sleep routine. Consistent monitoring can help identify patterns in sugar fluctuations. Consult your doctor soon if you notice blurred vision, increased thirst, frequent urination, numbness, or unusual tiredness.