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    Diabetes: Ways to Take Medicine

    There are many kinds of diabetes medicines. Some are in pill form, and others must be given as a shot. Some can be taken in more than one way. Below are the main ways of taking these medicines.

    Take your diabetes medicine as directed. If you have any questions, talk with your healthcare provider. Or ask your pharmacist.

    Pills

    Prescription medication bottles.

    Shots (using a syringe or pen-like device)

    Insulin pen and syringe.

    Insulin pumps (can deliver a steady amount of insulin 24 hours a day)

    Insulin pump.

    Inhalers (deliver a fine insulin powder that you breathe in)

    Insulin inhaler.
    Online Medical Reviewer: Chris Southard RN
    Online Medical Reviewer: Rajadurai Samnishanth Researcher
    Online Medical Reviewer: Rita Sather RN
    Date Last Reviewed: 4/1/2024
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