US Medical Term · medications
Antidiabetic Medication
Medicamento Antidiabético
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Antidiabetic Medication |
| Spanish (Español) | Medicamento Antidiabético |
| Chinese (中文) | 抗糖尿病藥 |
| Korean (한국어) | 항당뇨병제 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Thuốc trị tiểu đường |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Gamot sa Diabetes |
| Portuguese (Português) | Medicamento Antidiabético |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ยารักษาโรคเบาหวาน |
| Japanese (日本語) | 抗糖尿病薬 |
What it means
Antidiabetic medications are used to manage blood sugar levels in people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. They work in different ways — some help the pancreas make more insulin, others make the body more sensitive to insulin, and some prevent the kidneys from reabsorbing sugar. Common types include metformin, sulfonylureas, GLP-1 agonists, SGLT-2 inhibitors, and insulin. Metformin is often the first medication prescribed for type 2 diabetes. Blood sugar monitoring is important to know if your medication is working. Watch for signs of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) such as shakiness, sweating, or confusion, and always carry a fast-acting glucose source.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
Is metformin an antidiabetic medication and how does it help my blood sugar?
¿La metformina es un medicamento antidiabético y cómo ayuda a controlar mi azúcar en sangre?
What are the signs of low blood sugar and what should I do if I have them?
¿Cuáles son los signos de azúcar baja y qué debo hacer si los tengo?
Does my diabetes medication need to be adjusted if I am sick or fasting?
¿Mi medicamento para la diabetes necesita ajustarse si estoy enfermo o en ayunas?
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Last reviewed: September 2026