We have 21 results for Ketoacidosis.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) 1 Citation Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) May 14th, 2008 What is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)? Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening condition that develops when cells in the body are unable to get the sugar (glucose) they need for energy, such as when you have diabetes and do not take enough insulin. Without insulin, the body cannot use sugar for energy. When the cells do not receive sugar, the body begins to break down fat and muscle for energy. When this happens, ketones, or fatty acids,, technorati.com
|
D-mergency 1 Citation Even when I tried to put in the title, the blogger program changed the first letter to E. Nobody understands :)"Captain, we've got a D-mergency....Ketone field dead ahead, take evasive action"The D-mergency is something that diabetics and their caregivers know all too well. It's sort of the secret handshake that you'd rather not know. The D-mergency is often associated with Murphy's Law as well. We were at a birthday part last night for one of Cadence's friends. First birthday party with ki, technorati.com
|
118 - anion gap basis - metabolic acidosis causes 1 Citation The causes of a metabolic acidosis can be classified on the basis of a normal or elevated anion gap. An elevated anion gap is created by inorganic (eg, phosphate or sulfate), organic (eg, ketoacids or lactate), or exogenous (eg, salicylate) acids incompletely neutralized by bicarbonate. Frequent causes of an elevated anion gap metabolic acidosis is represented by the mnemonic MUDPILES: · Methanol · Uremia · Diabetic ketoacidosis · Paraldehyde · Iron, isoniazid (INH) · Lactic acid · Ethanol, technorati.com
|
Gaining Ground 1 Citation Control over my blood sugar completed evaporated after the half marathon. Typically, my average blood sugar drops drastically after endurance events, allowing me to take less insulin. The past week was anything but typical. The Sunday night after the half marathon, my blood sugar spiked to 400 mg/dL (normal blood sugar is 80-120 mg/dL). Consider me frightened. The last time it was anywhere near this high I ended up in a Singapore ICU with diabetic ketoacidosis. It was 600 mg/dL at that p, technorati.com
|
Complete Information on Acidemia propionic with Treatment and Prevention 1 Citation Complete Information on Acidemia propionic with Treatment and Prevention May 11th, 2008 Comments(0) Propionic Acidemia is inherited as an autosomal recessive trait. Acidemia propionic is an organic aciduria produced by the deficiency of propionyl CoA-carboxylase, producing a ketotic hyperglycinemia and recurrent metabolic imbalance. In this disorder the body is unable to process certain parts of proteins and lipids properly. The condition appears to be more common in several population, technorati.com
|
Complete Information on Acidemia propionic with Treatment and Prevention 1 Citation Complete Information on Acidemia propionic with Treatment and Prevention Propionic Acidemia is inherited as an autosomal recessive trait. Acidemia propionic is an organic aciduria produced by the deficiency of propionyl CoA-carboxylase, producing a ketotic hyperglycinemia and recurrent metabolic imbalance. In this disorder the body is unable to process certain parts of proteins and lipids properly. The condition appears to be more common in several populations worldwide, including the Inuit, technorati.com
|
Livin' La Vida Low-Carb 1 Citation |
Diabetes Myths - Know about the Reality 1 Citation Diabetes Myths? Diabetes is contagious. Diabetes is an secretor disease and is essentially caused by a difficulty with the amounts of insulin produced by the beta cells in the pancreas. Diabetes tends to be an inherited trait that runs in families ? it is not contagious. You crapper grownup diabetes from someone else. No.? Although we don???t undergo meet ground whatever grouping amend diabetes, we undergo diabetes is not contagious.? It can???t be caught same a algid or flu.? There seem, technorati.com
|
Glucophage: Remedy Common uses This medicine is a biguanide-type medicine used along with a diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. This medicine works by helping restore your body?s proper response to the insulin you naturally produce, and by decreasing the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease, blindness, circulation problems, and sexual function problems. This medicine may be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. Before using WARNING: Metformin may rarely cause a condition called lactic acidosis, which is sometimes fatal. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop any symptoms of lactic acidosis including unusual tiredness, severe drowsiness, cold skin, muscle pain, breathing trouble or rapid breathing, or unusually slow or irregular heartbeat. Lactic acidosis is more likely to occur in patients who have heart failure, kidney or liver problems, excessive alcohol use, a lack of body fluids or dehydration, x-ray or scanning procedures that require an injectable iodinated contrast drug, surgery, a serious infection, heart attack, or stroke. Also at higher risk are the elderly, especially if over 80 years of age and have not had kidney and liver tests. Discuss the benefits and risks of using this medicine with your doctor. Additional monitoring of your dose or condition may be needed if you are taking other diabetes medicines such as glyburide or insulin, or cimetidine. Certain medicines may make your diabetes more difficult to control by affecting blood sugar. Report any medicines to your doctor that may affect your blood sugar including, ?water pills? (diuretics such as hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide); birth control pills; estrogens; corticosteroids such as prednisone; niacin; phenytoin; decongestants; high blood pressure medicines including beta-blockers such as propranolol; calcium channel blockers such as nifedipine; ace-inhibitors such as captopril; phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine; isoniazid; thyroid medicines; clomiphene; fenugreek; or ginseng. Use of this medicine is not recommended if you have a history of kidney disease, liver disease, congestive heart failure, heart failure, lactic acidosis, metabolic acidosis, diabetic ketoacidosis, recent heart attack, recent stroke, serious infection, or dehydration. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions including burns, heart or lung problems, recent trauma, blood problems (anemia, vitamin B- deficiency), scheduled upcoming surgery, scheduled upcoming x-ray or scanning procedures, alcohol use, any allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. If you are scheduled to undergo any x-ray or scanning procedure using injectable iodinated contrast material, be sure to inform your doctor that you are taking this medicine. You will need to temporarily stop this medicine around the time of your procedure. Consult your doctor for further instructions. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Directions Take this medicine with food. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine. Continue to take this medicine even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time(s) each day. This medicine may come with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine. Store this medicine at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat, moisture, and light. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. Cautions Do not take this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any ingredient in this product. Laboratory and/or medical tests such as liver and kidney function tests, fasting blood glucose, glycosylated hemoglobin, or complete blood counts, should be done to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Regularly check your blood or urine sugar as directed by your doctor. If your blood sugars have been under control and suddenly are difficult to manage, contact your doctor as soon as possible. Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, laboratory tests, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using this medicine. During times of stress such as fever, infection, injury, or surgery it may be more difficult to control your blood sugar. Consult your doctor, as a change in your medicine may be required. This medicine usually does not cause low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia, but this effect may occur if you do not consume enough calories from food, juices, fruit, or other sources. The symptoms of hypoglycemia include chills, cold sweat, dizziness, drowsiness, shaking, rapid heartbeat, weakness, headache, fainting, tingling of the hands or feet, or hunger. It is a good habit to carry glucose tablets or gel to treat low blood sugar. If you are in a situation where you don?t have these reliable forms of glucose, eat a quick source of sugar such as table sugar, honey, candy, or drink a glass of orange juice or non-diet soda to quickly raise your blood sugar level. Tell your doctor immediately about the reaction. To help prevent hypoglycemia, eat meals on a regular schedule and do not skip meals. Symptoms of high blood sugar, or hyperglycemia, include thirst, increased urination, confusion, drowsiness, flushing, rapid breathing, or fruity breath odor. If these symptoms occur, tell your doctor immediately. Your medicine dosage may need to be increased. Limit alcohol intake while using this medicine. Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Caution is advised when using this medicine in the elderly since they may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. For women: this medicine can cause changes in the menstrual cycle of women with certain fertility problems, therefore increasing the risk of becoming pregnant. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the use of reliable birth control while using this medicine. If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. It is unknown if this medicine is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking this medicine. Possible side effects Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include metallic taste in mouth, nausea, stomach upset, flatulence, and diarrhea. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If stomach symptoms recur after you are on the same dose for several days or weeks, tell your doctor immediately. A late recurrence of stomach symptoms may be due to a serious medical condition called lactic acidosis. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience unusual tiredness, severe drowsiness, cold skin, muscle pain or aches, rapid breathing, or unusually slow or irregular heartbeat. An allergic reaction to this medicine is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. If you take too much If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include rapid or trouble breathing, severe drowsiness, and slow or irregular heartbeat. Additional information This medicine is not a substitute for proper diet and regular exercise. It is recommended you attend a diabetes education program to better understand diabetes, prevention of complications, and all the important aspects of its treatment. These include meals/diet, exercise, weight loss, personal hygiene, medicine and blood glucose monitoring, and the need for regular eye, foot, and medical exams. Follow your doctor?s instructions carefully. Do not share this medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Keep this medicine out of the reach of children and pets. If using this medicine for an extended period of time, obtain refills before your supply runs out. Drug interactions Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with this medicine. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. 1 Citation Glucophage: Remedy Common uses This medicine is a biguanide-type medicine used along with a diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. This medicine works by helping restore your body?s proper response to the insulin you naturally produce, and by decreasing the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease, blindness, circulation problems, technorati.com
|
Amaryl: Remedy Amaryl is used for: Treating type 2 diabetes in patients who cannot control blood sugar levels by diet and exercise alone. It is used along with diet and exercise. It may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines. Amaryl is a sulfonylurea antidiabetic medicine. It causes the pancreas to release insulin, which helps to lower blood sugar. Do NOT use Amaryl if: you are allergic to any ingredient in Amaryl you have certain severe problems associated with diabetes (eg, diabetic ketoacidosis, diabetic coma) you have moderate to severe burns, or very high blood acid levels (acidosis) you are taking bosentan Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you. Before using Amaryl : Some medical conditions may interact with Amaryl . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances if you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, dizziness) to any other sulfonamide medicine, such as acetazolamide, celecoxib, certain diuretics (eg, hydrochlorothiazide), glipizide, probenecid, sulfamethoxazole, valdecoxib, or zonisamide if you have a history of stroke or liver, kidney, thyroid, heart, or blood vessel problems if you have stomach or bowel problems (eg, stomach or bowel blockage, stomach paralysis), drink alcohol, or have had poor nutrition if you have type 1 diabetes, very poor health, a high fever, a severe infection, severe diarrhea, or high blood acid levels, or have had a severe injury if you have a history of certain hormonal problems (eg, adrenal or pituitary problems, syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone ), or low blood sodium levels if you will be having surgery Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Amaryl . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following: Bosentan because liver problems may occur; the effectiveness of both medicines may be decreased Beta-blockers (eg, propranolol) because the risk of low blood sugar may be increased. They may also hide certain signs of low blood sugar and make it more difficult to notice Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, enalapril), anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), azole antifungals (eg, miconazole, ketoconazole), chloramphenicol, clofibrate, fenfluramine insulin, metformin, monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors (eg, phenelzine), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen), phenylbutazone, probenecid, quinolone antibiotics (eg, ciprofloxacin), salicylates (eg, aspirin), or sulfonamides (eg, sulfamethoxazole) because the risk of low blood sugar may be increased Calcium channel blockers (eg, diltiazem), corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), decongestants (eg, pseudoephedrine), diazoxide, diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), estrogens, hormonal contraceptives (eg, birth control pills), isoniazid, niacin, phenothiazines (eg, promethazine), phenytoin, rifamycins (eg, rifampin), sympathomimetics (eg, albuterol, epinephrine, terbutaline), or thyroid supplements (eg, levothyroxine) because they may decrease Amaryl ?s effectiveness, resulting in high blood sugar Gemfibrozil because blood sugar may be increased or decreased This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Amaryl may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine. How to use Amaryl : Use Amaryl as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions. Take Amaryl by mouth with breakfast or the first main meal of the day unless your doctor tells you otherwise. Amaryl works best if it is taken at the same time each day. Continue to take Amaryl even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses. If you miss a dose of Amaryl , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Amaryl . Important safety information: Amaryl may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, or lightheadedness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Amaryl with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it. Do not drink alcohol while you are taking Amaryl . It may increase the risk of low blood sugar. Rarely, alcohol may interact with Amaryl and cause a serious reaction with symptoms such as flushing, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or stomach pain. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. Carry an ID card at all times that says you have diabetes. Check your blood sugar levels as directed by your doctor. If they are often higher or lower than they should be and you take Amaryl exactly as prescribed, tell your doctor. Proper diet, regular exercise, and regular blood sugar testing are important for best results with Amaryl . Follow the diet and exercise program given to you by your health care provider. It may be harder to control your blood sugar during times of stress such as fever, infection, injury, or surgery. Talk with your doctor about how to control your blood sugar if any of these occur. Do not change the dose of your medicine without checking with your doctor. Amaryl may cause low blood sugar levels. Low blood sugar may make you anxious, sweaty, weak, dizzy, drowsy, or faint. It may also make your heart beat faster; make your vision change; give you a headache, chills, or tremors; or make you more hungry. It is a good idea to carry a reliable source of glucose (eg, tablets or gel) to treat low blood sugar. If this is not available, you should eat or drink a quick source of sugar like table sugar, honey, candy, orange juice, or non-diet soda. This will raise your blood sugar level quickly. Tell your doctor right away if this happens. To prevent low blood sugar, eat meals at the same time each day and do not skip meals. Risk of low blood sugar may be increased by severe or prolonged exercise, drinking alcohol, or skipping meals. Amaryl is a sulfonylurea. It may increase the risk of death from heart disease. Talk with your doctor about the benefits and risks of this or other therapies to treat your condition. Amaryl may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Amaryl . Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time. Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Amaryl before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery. Lab tests, including fasting blood glucose and hemoglobin A1C, may be performed while you use Amaryl . These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments. Use Amaryl with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially low blood sugar levels. Amaryl should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed. PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Amaryl may cause harm to the fetus or newborn. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Amaryl while you are pregnant. It is not known if Amaryl is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Amaryl . When used for long periods of time, this medicine may not work as well. If your blood sugar has been under control and then becomes hard to manage, contact your doctor. Do not change the dose of your medicine without checking with your doctor. Possible side effects of Amaryl : All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome: Nausea. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur: Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain or irregular heartbeat; confusion; dark urine; fainting; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; low blood sugar symptoms (eg, anxiety, dizziness, drowsiness, fast heartbeat, headache, lightheadedness, tremors, unusual sweating, weakness); severe or persistent blurred vision or other vision problems; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual tiredness or weakness; yellowing of the eyes or skin. 1 Citation Amaryl: Remedy Amaryl is used for: Treating type 2 diabetes in patients who cannot control blood sugar levels by diet and exercise alone. It is used along with diet and exercise. It may be used alone or with other antidiabetic medicines. Amaryl is a sulfonylurea antidiabetic medicine. It causes the pancreas to release insulin, which helps to lower blood sugar. Do NOT use Amaryl if: you are allergic to any ingredient in Amaryl you have certain severe problems associated with diabetes (eg, diabeti, technorati.com
|
