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Posted by Jay_Bravest_Face on October 20, 2009, at 9:22:08
I am just responding to your post from above, but I wanted to make sure you saw this. ***YES*** Seroquel and all atypical antipsychotics can and very often do cause high blood sugar. You must get a blood glucose reading from your doctor. High blood sugar, especially over time, is very, very dangerous, and YES, it will make you feel horrible. (I know...I am a type 2 diabetic..and yes I have been on Seroquel for years.) Your doctor may likely prescribe a low dose of a blood sugar lowering med. Plus, you should also buy a home blood test glucose monitor. You check yourself often with this. Your doctor will tell you more. Any questions, please ask.
Jay :)
Posted by Phillipa on October 20, 2009, at 10:39:41
In reply to Cee..YES Seroquel likely WILLcausehigh blood sugar, posted by Jay_Bravest_Face on October 20, 2009, at 9:22:08
Jay wow that's an eye opener. If so there are a lot of diabetics. Are there any alternatives for those on antiphychotics. What about metforim? Phillipa by the way long time no see
Posted by MAxime on October 20, 2009, at 11:08:19
In reply to Cee..YES Seroquel likely WILLcausehigh blood sugar, posted by Jay_Bravest_Face on October 20, 2009, at 9:22:08
That's why I hate the way doctors hand out APs like candy. They are overused in my opinion and most people don't know about the diabetes thing.
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