Metformin

Metformin is a medicine commonly prescribed by doctors for managing type 2 diabetes. It can be used together with other diabetes medicines.

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Diabetes medicines

There are many types of diabetes medicine including insulin, metformin and sulphonylureas. There's no one-size-fits-all medicine for diabetes.

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Type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body doesn’t make enough insulin or doesn’t use it well. Unlike type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes can be prevented or delayed.

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Insulin and non-insulin injection devices for diabetes

Insulin and non-insulin medicines used to treat diabetes may need to be injected. Different types of delivery devices available for these medicines include pens, pumps, jets and syringes. Read more on how to use your device safely and effectively here.

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Diabetic ketoacidosis

Information about diabetic ketoacidosis, a condition caused when you have a high blood sugar level, and not enough insulin in your body to break it down to use for energy .

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Accidental overdose of medicine

Accidental overdose of medicine can be very dangerous, but it is preventable. Learn how to avoid overdosing, and what medicines need special care.

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Insulin and diabetes

Information about insulin and diabetes, storing insulin, taking insulin, and what to do if you run out of insulin or your insulin is out of date can be found on this page.

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Bronchoscopy

A bronchoscopy lets your doctor to see inside your airways and lungs. Find out about the procedure and when you might need a bronchoscopy.

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Pancreas

The pancreas is a vital organ that helps the body digest food and control blood sugar levels. Read about its role and how to keep it healthy.

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Intermittent fasting

Intermittent fasting is a dietary trend where you eat normally at specific times and fast at others. Find out if it is suitable for you.

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Coronary angiogram

A coronary angiogram is an x-ray used to see whether a person has a certain type of heart disease. See here how the procedure is carried out.

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Ketogenic diet

A ketogenic or 'keto' diet is very low in carbohydrates. It is sometimes used as a complementary treatment — like for epilepsy in children.

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Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)

Hypoglycaemia is having too little glucose (sugar) in your blood. Find out what a ‘hypo’ feels like, and how to help someone with a low blood sugar.

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Hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar)

Hyperglycaemia is too much glucose (sugar) in your blood. Find out how this feels and what to do if your blood sugar is higher than it should be.

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Fluid retention

Fluid retention (oedema) is when you have a build-up of fluid in your body. Find out about the causes, symptoms and treatments for fluid retention.

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Devices to self-monitor your blood sugar

Information about devices for diabetes testing and monitoring, blood sugar and ketone testing equipment can be found on this page.

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Night sweats

Night sweats may be a sign of a medical condition or may be caused by a medicine. Find out more about night sweats, common causes and treatments.

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Underlying causes of vomiting

Your vomiting may be due to many reasons. Learn more about different causes of vomiting such as infections, migraine, and medical treatments.

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Cardiac catheterisation

Cardiac catheterisation ('cardiac cath' or 'heart cath') is a common procedure that lets cardiologists check and treat the heart and it’s arteries.

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Bushfires and your health

Bushfires and smoke pose health risks, especially to those with conditions such as asthma. Prepare, get emergency medicines and stay informed.

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