Diabetes

Diabetes affects almost 3.9 million people in the UK alone. Although it is a common condition, it can have some serious implications if not monitored. Medicines are vital to manage high blood sugar.

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Diabetes and High Blood Sugar

How to test for diabetes at home?

Diabetes can be tested using a finger prick blood test. It measures the blood sugar levels and indicates if you are diabetic.

How to treat Diabetes?

Medications that lower blood sugar levels are prescribed to treat Diabetes. Type 2 Diabetes can also be controlled by administering insulin injections.

90%
Type 2 Diabetes

90% of all diabetics have Type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is rare.

6%
Prevalence Of Diabetes

One in every 16 persons has diabetes in the UK.

Expert’s Opinion

“Diabetes is a condition in which the body is unable to properly use and store glucose, a type of sugar. Glucose build up in the blood, which can lead to serious health problems!”

Dr Sameer Nakedar
MBBS (London), MRCGP, PGCert
Expert’s Opinion
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    You will then receive your order the next working day using our express next-day courier service, dispensed from one of our verified GhPC partner pharmacies in the UK. 

What is Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a condition wherein the blood has abnormally high sugar levels. It is caused due to an impairment wherein the body cannot moderate sugar levels by itself.

What can cause Type 2 Diabetes?

The lack of regulation of the hormone, Insulin causes diabetes. It can be diagnosed using a blood test. We, at Welzo, provide simple finger prick blood tests with laboratory test results.

How long does it take to receive my order?

All orders placed before 14:00 from Monday to Friday will be dispatched that day. The orders are sent using 24 Hour Tracked delivery provided by Royal Mail. Items will usually arrive the very next day after the order has been placed. We also provide tracking for your orders to check the status and location of your parcel.

How is the medication packaged?

All our medication is packaged in plain confidential padded white or brown envelopes. This ensures that your orders are discreet, and the content of the orders will be for your eyes only.

Can I return my order?

For non-medicinal products, you are eligible to return the product within 14 days of receipt in the same packaging you received. For medicinal products, you are eligible to cancel the order only until it has been dispatched. From that point forward, you are no longer eligible to return the order.

Is this medication suitable for me?

Please get in touch with a doctor if you are unsure what medication is suitable for you. You can also complete our online consultation form to check your eligibility for the product.

What are the symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes?

Common symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes include:

1. Fatigue

2. Frequent urge to urinate

3. Increased thirst

4. Tingling felt in hands and legs

5. Blurred vision

How effective is the medication?

Diabetes can be treated effectively with medicine depending on the individual. Common medications include the glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists and sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors.

What is an online consultation?

An online consultation checks if you are eligible to purchase the product. Some products only require an online consultation which approximately takes 1 minute to complete, enabling you to buy the product. Other products will also require a prescription; in this case, you will need to complete the online consultation, and then one of our partner pharmacy prescribers or doctors will review the online consultation questions and approve the order for delivery if you are eligible to purchase the item.

When will my order be delivered?

If you have placed an order before 14:00 Monday to Friday, you will receive the order the next day.

Can I cancel my order?

You have the right to cancel your order for medication up to the point when your medication is dispatched.

Can I order this if I am under 18 years old?

No, we do not accept orders from individuals under 18. All orders must be placed by adults only.