Post by moco on May 25, 2017 5:08:17 GMT -8
Does anyone here have any issues with baclofen and raised blood sugar levels? If so, how have you dealt with it?
Peter has just had a blood test that shows that his fasting blood sugar level has spiked into the pre diabetes area. His diet hasn't changed and is "reasonable" - not perfect but no worse than mine (my levels are quite low). He exercises as much as he can within the limits of his mobility issues.
So I looked at the drugs he takes and it appears that one of the possible baclofen side effects is to raise blood sugar levels.
From drugs.com:
"Other Medical Problems
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of baclofen. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
Type 2 diabetes mellitus—Baclofen may raise blood sugar levels
"
They have done another blood test to verify but it looks like we may have to address his diet. We are really hoping that works in case they suggest taking him off baclofen which doesn't bear thinking about!
