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I am 67 year old diabetic patient I m using insulin from 4 years and having a tablet as well. Can I just use a tablet and stop using insulin. Please advice. I have high bp as well.
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Probably you were started with insulin because your tablets were not working effectively. Do not stop insulin on your own. The doctor will stop the insulin if he/she  feels that your sugar levels can be brought under good control with tablets only.
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