Knowing the diabetic person’s history and treatment duration is critical to understanding the abnormality. A higher postprandial blood glucose (PPBS) level suggests that your liver does not stop producing sugar after a meal and stores it in the form of glycogen. 

• Lantus is a long-acting insulin analogue that improves glycemic control. 
• Metformin and Janumet XR CP both decrease the production and absorption of sugar in the body so that it can utilise glucose more efficiently. 
• Voglibose controls blood glucose levels after meals by stopping the action of digestive enzymes that break down complex carbohydrates into simple sugars.

Postprandial sugar levels are high and need adjustment of insulin doses by a diabetologist.. Some healthy lifestyle tips to manage blood glucose levels are as follows:

• Eat balanced meals high in proteins and dietary fibres at the proper time.
• Increase your intake of high fibre food like whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
• Avoid eating processed carbohydrates and sugary foods, especially on an empty stomach.
• Exercise regularly.
• Monitor blood glucose levels and go for regular checkups with your doctor.

It is advisable to seek a medical evaluation with your diabetologist before changing your current medication.

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You can adopt a healthy lifestyle, follow a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and do activities you like to manage stress. These, along with your medicines, can be helpful and can help you manage your blood sugar level.

It is very important to monitor blood sugar levels. Various tests can help you to monitor diabetes. Tests like FBS (fasting blood sugar), HbA1c (Haemoglobin A1c), and PPBS (postprandial blood sugar). You can also check your sugar level at home with a glucometer.

If the medicines that you are currently using aren’t effective, then ask your doctor to review and prescribe your other medicines. Avoid any alterations to your medicines without a doctor’s advice, as this can cause sudden spikes or drops in your blood sugar levels.

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The vaccine activates the immune system in the body, as does the SARs-COV-2 virus. However, consult your treating physician for a risk-benefit assessment before taking the vaccine, and monitor HbA1C levels after vaccination to ensure overall wellness.

Vaccines, including Covishield, have been studied for their safety profiles among diabetic patients. People with clinically stable comorbid conditions can get their vaccinations done as there is no evidence linking vaccines to blood sugar spikes. So, in most cases, no precautions are required before the vaccine apart from general Covid-19 protocols.

If you have the condition of diabetes, it is strongly recommended to get vaccinated as soon as possible. The reason for this is that people with diabetes are more prone to severe infection if they do get infected, and the best way to prevent this is through vaccines.