Living with Diabetes

New research is leading the way toward better therapies and improved quality of life for many people with diabetes. Medication can be an important part of your treatment plan. How do you know if and when you need insulin or other medications? The answer depends on which symptoms or complications you're experiencing, your blood glucose levels, and other factors you should discuss with your healthcare team. Have specific questions about medication? Get them answered on our Ask the Pharmacist page.

Medication Video

If the amount of glucose in your blood can't be managed by with a healthy diet and exercise, medication might be needed.

Insulin

Learn more about when, why and how insulin therapy works for people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Oral Medication

Are meal planning and exercise enough? Explore whether diabetes pills are right for you.   

Other Injectable Medications

Get the latest information on two new drugs approved by the FDA: Pramlintide and Exenatide. 

Aspirin

Consider taking low-dose aspirin, which studies show can significantly reduce your risk of heart attacks.

 

Flu and Pneumonia Shots

Read more about the flu, H1N1 (swine flu), pnuemonia, and shots, and how it affects people with diabetes.

Tips for Emergency Preparedness

Be prepared for emergencies that could disrupt your daily life, from blizzards to earthquakes.

When You Travel

Be prepared to manage your diabetes on the road by following these helpful tips.

Herbs, Supplements and Alternative Medicines

Studies show that people with diabetes are more likely to use dietary supplements than people without diabetes.

Ask the Pharmacist

Learn about your options for managing diabetes from Rite Aid-trained pharmacists.