Valid reason for getting free test strips on NHS

Mandingo

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• Aug 11, 2014

• #1

I am a London mini cab driver diagnosed type 2
I explained to my doctor for the safety of myself and passengers I need to check my BG before I drive to ensure I am safe to drive.

He is now happy to furnish me with the strips.



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jim1951

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• Aug 11, 2014

• #2

that is good news. I would like to think that as a type 2 your numbers are not extreme to the extent that you get regular hypos?

jim

 

Bluetit1802

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• Aug 11, 2014

• #3

Hi,

It is probably because you are on Gliclazide 80mg twice daily.

 

Mandingo

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• Sep 30, 2014

• #4

jim1951 said:

that is good news. I would like to think that as a type 2 your numbers are not extreme to the extent that you get regular hypos?

jim

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Thankfully never had one

 

Mandingo

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• Sep 30, 2014

• #5

Medication was reduced to 120mg daily.
Looking at my readings I think there are further reductions around the corner.

 

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graj0

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• Sep 30, 2014

• #6

Mandingo said:

Medication was reduced to 120mg daily.
Looking at my readings I think there are further reductions around the corner.

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Brilliant news all round, nice to hear it. You gave your GP a very sensible persuasive argument which in fact he couldn't argue with. Great!