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If a patient is on an anticoagulant and they have type 2 diabetes can they use a blood glucose meter to check blood glucose levels? how else would they know if they need insulin or metformin?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Anticoag blood gluc: Yes it is OK to check BG when on anticoagulant. But always check with your team as they know you best.

Answered 4/25/2020

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A member asked:

If a patient is on an anticoagulant and they have type 2 diabetes can they use a blood glucose meter to check blood glucose levels? how else would they know if they need insulin or metformin?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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