Patient's question:
Because of a certain illness, I have been unable to stop taking medication for a long time. Due to the medication, my endocrine system has been affected. Now, I want to stop taking the medication and regulate my body. Can diabetic patients take Liuwei Dihuang Pills?Doctor's answer:
Diabetic patients can take Liuwei Dihuang Pill orally, but the honey component contained in Liuwei Dihuang Pill can easily lead to blood sugar elevation. Therefore, it is recommended that patients increase their staple food intake sufficiently to avoid an energy supply greater than demand. Diabetic patients need to take hypoglycemic drugs for a long term, while monitoring blood sugar levels, controlling diet, and enhancing physical exercise to reduce the recurrence of complications such as heart, brain, and kidney problems.