My blood sugar levels are uncontrolled (fasting 110?115 mg/dL and post-lunch 160?190 mg/dL), my blood pressure is 135/85 mmHg, and my kidney creatinine is high at 4.5 mg/dL. I am currently taking Zoryl 2 mg (three times a day) for diabetes, Minipress XL 5 mg and Met XL 50 mg (morning and night) for blood pressure, and Sobisis Forte for my kidney condition. Is this combination of medications safe and effective for my current kidney function, and how can I better manage my blood sugar and kidney health? | Apollo Pharmacy

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My blood sugar levels are uncontrolled (fasting 110?115 mg/dL and post-lunch 160?190 mg/dL), my blood pressure is 135/85 mmHg, and my kidney creatinine is high at 4.5 mg/dL. I am currently taking Zoryl 2 mg (three times a day) for diabetes, Minipress XL 5 mg and Met XL 50 mg (morning and night) for blood pressure, and Sobisis Forte for my kidney condition. Is this combination of medications safe and effective for my current kidney function, and how can I better manage my blood sugar and kidney health?

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My blood sugar levels are uncontrolled (fasting 110?115 mg/dL and post-lunch 160?190 mg/dL), my blood pressure is 135/85 mmHg, and my kidney creatinine is high at 4.5 mg/dL. I am currently taking Zoryl 2 mg (three times a day) for diabetes, Minipress XL 5 mg and Met XL 50 mg (morning and night) for blood pressure, and Sobisis Forte for my kidney condition. Is this combination of medications safe and effective for my current kidney function, and how can I better manage my blood sugar and kidney health?

Asked by Male, 62 · 2 months ago

Dr. S Aneela

M. Pharm (Pharmacology)., PhD

2 months ago

With a creatinine of 4.5 mg/dL, your kidney function is significantly reduced. Taking glimepiride (for diabetes) three times daily is unsafe in this condition, as it can accumulate and cause severe low blood sugar. Your doctor will likely replace this with safer options like insulin. Your blood pressure medications (prazosin and metoprolol) and sodium bicarbonate are generally safe, though your blood pressure (135/85 mmHg) could be managed slightly lower. Please consult your nephrologist and endocrinologist immediately to safely adjust your diabetes medications, optimize your blood pressure, and plan a kidney-friendly diet. Do not change dosages without medical supervision.

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My blood sugar levels are uncontrolled (fasting 110?115 mg/dL and post-lunch 160?190 mg/dL), my blood pressure is 135/85 mmHg, and my kidney creatinine is high at 4.5 mg/dL. I am currently taking Zoryl 2 mg (three times a day) for diabetes, Minipress XL 5 mg and Met XL 50 mg (morning and night) for blood pressure, and Sobisis Forte for my kidney condition. Is this combination of medications safe and effective for my current kidney function, and how can I better manage my blood sugar and kidney health?

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