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Type 2 Diabetes Treatment: Drugs
Treatment for type 2 diabetes requires one or more oral medications to control blood sugar levels. Those with type 2 diabetes, who do not improve on oral medications, also require treatment with insulin.

Oral medications for type 2 diabetes:
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Last Updated: Aug 15, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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