Have type 2 diabetic for the last 20 years within safe range , managed it in safe range due to diet control with so many precauction self restrictions and occasional intake of vitamins, HbA1c below 6%. Can I have minerals, protein and vitamin to cover deficiency of required due to limited set diet chart being maintained to have healthy body and no diabetic complications, please guide.
Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar
M Pharmacy
Maintaining your HbA1c below 6% for 20 years through disciplined diet control is excellent. However, a restricted diet over such a long period can sometimes lead to deficiencies in protein, vitamins, or minerals. The safest step is to consult your doctor for a proper medical evaluation rather than starting supplements on your own. Your doctor may recommend blood tests for vitamin B12, vitamin D, iron profile, calcium levels, kidney function, and a nutritional assessment to identify any deficiencies accurately. Based on these results, appropriate vitamin, mineral, or protein supplements can be prescribed safely and tailored to your health condition, dietary pattern, and diabetes status. This approach ensures you maintain overall health while continuing good diabetes control and avoiding unnecessary or inappropriate supplementation.
I have had pain behind my left knee for four days. I took Gabapin NT and Meganeuron OD Plus yesterday, but it did not help. What should I do?
Y. Lakshmi Thulasi
Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)
Long-lasting discomfort behind the knee could be caused by venous problems, muscular strain, or Baker's cyst rather than just nerve pain. Give up self-medication and be checked out; if pain or swelling worsens, a Doppler or ultrasound may be required.
Can Meganeuron OD Plus be used only for vitamin B12 deficiency?
Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar
M Pharmacy
Meganeuron OD Plus is not used only for vitamin B12 deficiency, as its combination of Alpha Lipoic Acid, Benfotiamine, Biotin, Folic Acid, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride and Methylcobalamin supports overall nerve health and is commonly prescribed for neuropathic symptoms such as numbness, tingling, and nerve pain. Hence, its use depends on a doctor's assessment and is not restricted to isolated B12 deficiency alone.
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