What Medications Can I Take for Flu With Diabetes?

People with diabetes can take some over-the-counter medications to ease flu symptoms. But make sure you read the medication’s label. Also, avoidproducts that have ingredients that are high in sugar. Liquid cold and flu drugs often contain added sugar. You should stay away from the traditional “high sugar” cough drops and liquidcough medicines. These drugs [...]

Can Antibiotics help my flu symptoms?

Antibiotics are medications that fight infections caused by bacteria, the flu is cause by a virus. Antibiotics can’t help flu symptoms. The flu is caused by a virus, and antibiotics only treat bacterial infections. Taking antibiotics needlessly may increase your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment. If you get a secondary [...]