Some OTC Medicines May Not Be Safe For People With Diabetes

Over-the-counter medications may contain alcohol, sugar, or other carbohydrates that can cause “spikes in blood glucose.” Certain other OTC medications contain substances that can raise blood pressure. Wilhelm recommended physicians advise their patients to read OTC medicine labels closely. https://www.healio.com/endocrinology/diabetes-education/news/online/%7B0738252c-b38a-41ac-8667-d5a5b572524d%7D/for-patients-with-diabetes-not-all-over-the-counter-drugs-are-safe