How can we safely lower my 61-year-old diabetic father's high blood sugar level of 374, given that he has COVID-19 and is currently taking Gildax PM2, Paracetamol 650, cough syrup, and Mucinac? | Apollo Pharmacy

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How can we safely lower my 61-year-old diabetic father's high blood sugar level of 374, given that he has COVID-19 and is currently taking Gildax PM2, Paracetamol 650, cough syrup, and Mucinac?

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How can we safely lower my 61-year-old diabetic father's high blood sugar level of 374, given that he has COVID-19 and is currently taking Gildax PM2, Paracetamol 650, cough syrup, and Mucinac?

Asked by Female, 23 · 5 days ago

Vikas Singh

M Pharmacy

5 days ago

A blood sugar level of 374 mg/dL is very high, especially during a COVID-19 infection, which naturally raises blood sugar. Please contact his doctor immediately for guidance on adjusting his diabetes medication, Gildax PM2. Meanwhile, ensure he stays well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water, which helps flush excess sugar through urine. Check if his cough syrup contains sugar, as sugar-free alternatives are safer. Keep monitoring his blood glucose levels closely. Continue Paracetamol 650 and Mucinac as prescribed for his COVID-19 symptoms, but seek urgent medical care if he experiences extreme thirst, confusion, rapid breathing, or nausea.

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