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Medication: Sulfonylureas
Sulfonylureas medication increases your body's production of insulin before you eat.
Your pancreas naturally produces insulin, which sends signals to your cells to absorb glucose from the food.
When you have Type 2 diabetes, your body is less responsive to insulin. Your cells cannot absorb enough glucose, causing it to build up in your bloodstream..
A high blood glucose level over a long period of time can lead to serious health complications.
To help prevent high blood glucose levels, Sulfonylureas medication tells your pancreas to produce more insulin.
This extra insulin allows your cells to absorb glucose from your bloodstream, helping you maintain healthy blood glucose levels.
Last modified: 2009-08-31
