My fasting blood sugar is 117 mg/dL, postprandial is 115 mg/dL, and HbA1c is 6.9%. I am currently taking Diamicron XR MEX 500 Tablet and Tenepiride 20 mg. Is this treatment appropriate, or should it be modified?
Your HbA1c is 6.9% is slightly above the target (usually <7% for most people), while your fasting and post-meal sugars are fairly controlled, suggesting your diabetes is reasonably managed but can be optimised further. The medicines you are taking, Diamicron XR and Tenepiride, are commonly used and appropriate for type 2 diabetes, but the need to continue or adjust them depends on your overall control, lifestyle, and any side effects. You should focus on diet (low sugar, controlled carbohydrates), regular exercise, and weight management, as these can further improve your control. Do not change medicines on your own, but discuss with your doctor whether any dose adjustment or additional lifestyle measures are needed to bring HbA1c slightly lower. Regular monitoring is important, and if you have symptoms like frequent low sugars, dizziness, or fatigue, inform your doctor promptly.
