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Blood Sugar Supplements & Medication Interactions

Why people taking medicines should discuss glucose-support supplements with a healthcare professional.

The short answer

NCCIH advises people with diabetes not to take a dietary supplement instead of diabetes medicine. Supplements can have side effects and can interact with medicines; some have also been linked to kidney injury.

What to do instead

Bring the product label and a list of your medicines to a qualified healthcare professional or pharmacist. That allows a person who knows your medical context to assess ingredients, doses and possible interactions.

Seek professional medical advice for treatment decisions. This page is educational and is not a diagnosis or treatment recommendation.

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