Hyderabad: Diabetic and hypertension patients have to change their medicine regime before fasting as there are risks due to fluctuating blood sugar and blood pressure level.
Frequent monitoring of blood glucose has to be done for patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes who require insulin.
Consultant internal medicine specialist Dr Srirang Abkari said, “Diabetic patients, during Ramzan, should stick to healthy and balanced diet. Their fluid intake must be increased and the pre-dawn meal must be taken as late as possible so that they have enough energy to sustain throughout the day.”
Their medicine dosage changes during Ramzan, and they must take it during appropriate times. Delayed doses or missed doses will have side-effects and they must seek medical help.
Consultant endocrinologist Dr V. Sri Nagesh said, “Caloric restrictions make a person with type 2 diabetes insulin sensitive and hence medications have to be adjusted according to the body type of the patient. Also, patients are instructed to avoid binge eating during both these mealtimes.Large meals with excessive amounts of carbohydrates can lead to complications. Hence a healthy meal plan with whole grains, beans, vegetables, lean protein and healthful fats must be taken.”
