Diabetes Management
This category covers oral medicines that lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes. They work in different ways and are often combined, alongside diet, activity and regular monitoring. The choice between classes depends on kidney and heart health, hypoglycaemia risk and how well previous treatment has worked.
Glucophage
500 · 850 · 1000mg
Metformin 500mg, 850mg and 1000mg tablets, film-coated and prolonged-release, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A biguanide.
Glucovance
400/2.50 · 500/5mg
Metformin with glibenclamide as a film-coated tablet, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A biguanide paired with a sulfonylurea.
Glucophage SR
500mg
Glucophage SR is metformin 500mg in a prolonged-release tablet for type 2 diabetes mellitus, releasing the biguanide slowly across the day.
Glucophage XR
1000mg
Glucophage XR is metformin at the 1000mg prolonged-release strength for type 2 diabetes mellitus, cutting glucose output from the liver.
Kombiglyze XR
5/500 · 5/1000mg
Kombiglyze XR pairs saxagliptin with metformin in a prolonged-release tablet for type 2 diabetes mellitus, a DPP-4 inhibitor alongside a biguanide.
Glucotrol XL
5 · 10mg
Glucotrol XL is glipizide 5mg and 10mg in a prolonged-release tablet for type 2 diabetes mellitus. A second-generation sulfonylurea.
Jentadueto
2.5/500mg
Linagliptin with metformin as a film-coated tablet, used in the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A DPP-4 inhibitor paired with a biguanide.
Key points
- Metformin is usually the first tablet, with other classes added or substituted as control or tolerance requires.
- The classes lower glucose by different mechanisms, so two products here are not interchangeable.
- They differ in low-blood-sugar risk and in effects beyond glucose, including weight, heart and kidney outcomes.
Classes and ingredients in this category
- Metformin (metformin) is the usual first-line tablet.
- Sulfonylureas such as glipizide and glibenclamide prompt insulin release.
- Newer agents like sitagliptin and linagliptin improve control with a lower risk of low blood sugar.
Conditions it covers
These medicines are used for type 2 diabetes mellitus and related metabolic problems. Other conditions often matter as much as the glucose reading when a class is chosen, so prescribing is individual.
Further reading
What diabetes medicines does Yasabai sell?
Yasabai lists 23 diabetes medicines. They contain 15 different active ingredients, including metformin, linagliptin and glipizide. Examples include Rybelsus and Glucophage.
What are diabetes medicines used for?
The diabetes medicines on Yasabai are used for type 2 diabetes mellitus and heart failure. Each product page lists the conditions for that medicine.
What forms do diabetes medicines come in?
They come as tablets. The forms and strengths are listed on each product page.
How do I choose between the diabetes medicines on Yasabai?
Start with the active ingredient: there are 15 different ones in this range. Products that share an ingredient contain the same medicine. Compare their strength, form and price per tablet. Each product page's details table lists uses, onset, side effects and interactions. If you take other medicines, are pregnant or have a long-term condition, check with a doctor or pharmacist first.
Will I receive branded or generic diabetes medicines?
A branded generic or a generic: Yasabai supplies branded generics and generics only. Names such as Rybelsus and Glucophage identify the medicine; you receive a generic with the same active ingredient and dose. The exact brand depends on stock.
What you will receive →What do diabetes medicines cost on Yasabai?
It depends on the medicine, strength and pack size. Each product page shows the price per tablet for every option, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.
Payment and discounts →Do I need a prescription to buy diabetes medicines in Thailand?
No. Yasabai does not ask for a prescription to order diabetes medicines. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order diabetes medicines online in Thailand?
Choose a product, strength and pack on Yasabai, then check out. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
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