For low blood sugar. Brand Name(s): Insta-Glucose. Generic Name: Glucose.

For low blood sugar. Generic Name: Glucose.

How to Use It Healthy people do not need to take glutamic acid as a supplement; for those who do use this amino acid, appropriate amounts should be determined with the consultation of a physician. Where to Find It Sources of glutamic acid include high-protein foods, such as meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy products...

How to Use It Healthy people do not need to supplement with glutamine. A physician should be consulted for the supplemental use of glutamine for the support of serious health conditions. Where to Find It Glutamine is found in many foods high in protein, such as fish, meat, beans, and dairy products. Possible...

How to Use It There is very little evidence that taking glutathione supplements provides any benefit, despite promising evidence about the effects of aerosol, intravenous, and intramuscular glutathione, for people with a wide variety of conditions. People who have a proven glutathione deficiency, which may require...

Gluteal free flap is a less common type of breast reconstruction surgery. The surgeon cuts a flap of muscle, fat, and skin from the buttocks and moves it to the chest to create a new breast. The blood vessels are also cut. After the flap is in place, the surgeon sews the blood vessels in the flap to blood vessels in the...

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Glyburide is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Glyburide is not for treating type 1 diabetes. Glyburide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

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For diabetes. Brand Name(s): Glynase. Generic Name: Glyburide, Glyburide Micronized.

For diabetes. Generic Name: Glyburide/Metformin.

Glycemic index refers to a food's ability to raise blood sugar to a particular level within a given period of time. Glycemic index applies only to carbohydrate foods because they are the foods that most affect blood sugar levels. Some starchy foods have a high glycemic index. These foods may cause high blood sugar...

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Glycerin rectal is used as a laxative. It works by causing the intestines to hold more water, which softens the stool. Glycerin rectal is used to treat occasional constipation or to cleanse the bowel before a rectal exam or other intestinal procedure. Glycerin rectal may also be used for purposes not listed in this...