Is the blood sugar lowering medication effective?
I have had diabetes for several years. I heard that the medication Jiangtang Shu can lower blood sugar, so I took it for a while, but my blood sugar levels are still somewhat unstable. How effective is this medication actually?
Doctor's answer (1)
Generally speaking, the term "Jiangtang Shu drug" refers to Jiangtang Shu tablets, which have relatively good effects.
Jiangtang Shu tablets are a type of traditional Chinese patent medicine used for treating diabetes. They usually contain various medicinal herbs such as Astragalus (Huangqi), Lycium barbarum (Gouqizi), Ginseng (Renshen), Salvia miltiorrhiza (Danshen), and others. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, these ingredients have functions including nourishing the kidneys through yin-tonification, invigorating qi to generate body fluids, clearing heat, and strengthening the spleen. Among them, Astragalus and Salvia miltiorrhiza can improve insulin resistance and enhance insulin sensitivity, while ingredients such as Pueraria root (Gegen) and bitter melon seeds can promote insulin secretion within the body. The synergistic effects of these herbs help reduce blood glucose levels and improve the overall condition of patients.
However, Jiangtang Shu drugs are not the first-line treatment for diabetes. For patients newly diagnosed with diabetes or those whose blood sugar levels are poorly controlled, Western medications such as metformin hydrochloride tablets should be primarily considered, or insulin therapy should be used under a physician's guidance. Additionally, diabetes treatment is a comprehensive management process that, in addition to pharmacological treatment, requires attention to dietary control, appropriate exercise, and regular blood glucose monitoring.
Throughout the treatment process, patients should closely monitor changes in blood glucose levels and adjust their treatment plans according to glycemic control to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
