Does my 61-year-old mother, who currently takes Telma 40 for high blood pressure, need to start taking medication for diabetes since her three-month average blood sugar level (HbA1c) is 6%? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Does my 61-year-old mother, who currently takes Telma 40 for high blood pressure, need to start taking medication for diabetes since her three-month average blood sugar level (HbA1c) is 6%?

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Does my 61-year-old mother, who currently takes Telma 40 for high blood pressure, need to start taking medication for diabetes since her three-month average blood sugar level (HbA1c) is 6%?

Asked by Female, 61 · 28 days ago

Dr. S Aneela

M. Pharm (Pharmacology)., PhD

28 days ago

An HbA1c of 6% indicates prediabetes, meaning your mother's blood sugar is higher than normal but not yet in the diabetic range (6.5% or above). She likely does not need to start diabetes medication immediately. This stage can often be managed or even reversed with healthy lifestyle changes, like a balanced, low-sugar diet and gentle daily exercise. It is wonderful that you are looking out for her. Please ensure she continues taking Telma 40 (telmisartan) for her blood pressure as prescribed, and consult her healthcare provider to create a personalized plan to monitor her levels.

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