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What to do immediately if i get low blood sugar?
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Treat it: Hi. Are you a diabetic on insulin? Those are the only people commonly at risk for hypoglycemia. If you are on insulin, you should always keep your blood glucose meter and a source of sugar nearby. If you are very low, treat with liquid sugar; it works faster than candy, cookies, etc. You should keep glucagon on hand, assuming you're insulin treated, for others to use if you're unconscious.
Answered 11/25/2014
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