There are three basic types of diabetic medicines. These include: insulin, oral medication, and other types of injectable diabetic medicines. Along with weight control, a balanced diet, and regular exercise, these diabetic medicines help you to control you blood sugar levels. Each diabetic is different, and therefore need different medications or different combinations of medication to keep their diabetes in check.

The type of diabetic medicines you are prescribed are going to depend largely on what type of diabetes you have. Your daily routine, your eating habits, and other health conditions you suffer from are also factors that are considered when your medications are prescribed. The most important type of medication for type 1 diabetics, and also some gestational and type 2 diabetics, is insulin. Insulin is a naturally occurring hormone in most people. It allows cells in the body to take in blood sugar and convert it into …