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Sep 30, 2011

Benton Fred 7 posts

Hello! Have it on really good authority, DVLA are relaxing the laws on group 2 licences(LGV and PCV).
From October this year it will be possible to apply for a cat C and D licence. Provided strict guidelined are adhered to. Call DVLA medical branch on 0300 790 6806, they will clarify this. But since the legislation hasn't been passed yet they will have no more information till end of October.
Fred
Dafne Graduate Nov 2010.
Last Hba1c 7.5

Sep 30, 2011

Carolin 83 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Low impact breakfast

Chchch said:
Hi everyone

I'm interested in finding out if anyone has any tips for breakfasts that don't raise their post-meal readings too much. I always eat toast, sometimes white, sometimes brown, with butter or cream cheese, and it doesn't matter if I do a dual wave or a square wave (I'm on a pump) I end up with quite a pronounced rise (normally goes up at least 3). It's something I'd like to get right as post prandial levels are really crucial when you're pregnant.

You have 2 options really and you may need to try each or both together:
1 Try a really low glycaemic index CP like granary bread, porridge, etc. Keep the portion size as small as you can and maybe snack later when your insulin resistance is lower.
2 Bolus / inject QA 15-30 min before eating, particularly if your starting BG is raised.
Evidence from continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) studies suggests that BG will always peak after meals even with the modern QA analogue insulins. Square or extended wave Boluses on pumps really offer no advantage as they miss the peak of the BG after CPs, so standard bolus options seem to be better. OR maybe use a combination bolus with 80% taken immediately 15 min before your meal and the remainder as you eat.
Good luck.
Carolin

Sep 30, 2011

caroline15 45 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Low impact breakfast

Last time I saw my consultant (in March) she suggested that I have porridge instead of yoghurt for breakfast (not pregnant or trying to be though). I'm still in my first month of being on a pump so haven't quite got it sorted yet re dual or square wave.

Sep 30, 2011

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Low impact breakfast

Low GI items would be good..........

I have a yoghurt in the morning, this helps with my dawn phenomenon by being released slowly so as not spiking the BG too much and tells my liver to go back to normal glucose production......

You can also try it with granola and the like, this may slow the absorption further.........

Have you tried carb free breakfasts like, eggs, bacon/sausage................not completely fat free mind you but wont affect the BG much, its only for 9 months................. Wink

Sep 30, 2011

Chchch 17 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Low impact breakfast

Hi everyone

I'm interested in finding out if anyone has any tips for breakfasts that don't raise their post-meal readings too much. I always eat toast, sometimes white, sometimes brown, with butter or cream cheese, and it doesn't matter if I do a dual wave or a square wave (I'm on a pump) I end up with quite a pronounced rise (normally goes up at least 3). It's something I'd like to get right as post prandial levels are really crucial when you're pregnant.

Sep 30, 2011

LovelyGeezer 2 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Carbohydrate list in .csv format

Thanks for that, the PDF to Excel convertor would still require some work as there are pages of text between sections, then the column headings begin again, to be honest I'm looking for a solution that requires little or no work from me.

I have the Animas 2020, which comes pre-loaded with a carbohydrate list in the US but in the UK is supplied empty. I've asked but they won't let me have the US version for reasons only known to themselves?

Sep 30, 2011

JayBee 587 posts

Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with

Garry said:
The 4 bit from the middle of the pack normally stays in the house giving quick access when needed. I've always tried to follow up with some slower CHO though.
JWO loved your comment. When I was a child I loved Maynards wine gums.....only available in the North East I think. Used to eat them on a Sunday when my Dad would buy me a Â¼ pound and I would eat the lot by 4 o'clock!
Happy memories!
Regards
Garry

It's funny you say that - because anything I use as hypo treatment I often find that I don't see it as a treat anymore - it's something that is for hypos only in my head. I don't think I could enough a whole bag all in one go, especially not now. Laughing

I cannot remember what I was like for sweets before I was diagnosed at the age of 5... I know I do have me treats though. I aim to have them with meals so I avoid snacking! ;)

Sep 30, 2011

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Carbohydrate list in .csv format

you could try googling PDF to Excel convertor, I am sure there are several programs you can download for free and possibly online conversion......

Once converted it may be easier to manipulate the data for your needs at least........

When creating the android app, a workable version of the list may exist, you would need to speak to one of the admin or our resident android developer for that.......

Good luck.................

PS. Which pump do you use...........?

Sep 29, 2011

Garry 328 posts

Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with

Like you Alan my favourite is Dextro tablets. Not keen on the Blackcurrant ones though!
14 in a packet and after years of practice, I am good at splitting a packet into three - 5, 4 and 5.
5s go in the pocket and then at least one end of the pack is protected from going crispy! or blackened! (by my scruffy paws). 3 tablets for a regular hypo at 3.5 or so......but 5 if I've hit the wall. Kick in for me, in 15 minutes. Goes to show how we are all different.
The 4 bit from the middle of the pack normally stays in the house giving quick access when needed. I've always tried to follow up with some slower CHO though.
JWO loved your comment. When I was a child I loved Maynards wine gums.....only available in the North East I think. Used to eat them on a Sunday when my Dad would buy me a Â¼ pound and I would eat the lot by 4 o'clock!
Happy memories!
Regards
Garry

Sep 29, 2011

Alan 49 284 posts

Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with

It depends where I am and how severe the hypo is. If I'm out and about, I'll have 4 Dextro tablets (Tropical flavour is my preference), which seem to take 25 minutes to become effective and deliver 10 carbs. I always carry a plastic bag of these loose in my pocket. And then, if necessary, I'll have follow this up with 4 more or a Jaffacake or biscuit.
At home, I'll have a 150ml can of plain Coke, which seems to become effective quicker, and then test after half an hour and have the Dextro tablets if necessary.

Sep 29, 2011

LovelyGeezer 2 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Carbohydrate list in .csv format

Hello, does anyone know where I can get a copy of the carbohydrate list in a .csv format. I want to use it to load into my insulin pump for when I am out and about. I would imagine there are other uses for the entire list in this format too. I've tried copying and pasting the pdf file into Excel but it doesn't work very well... Any ideas, links etc, gratefully received.

Sep 29, 2011

JayBee 587 posts

Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with

I have a preference towards wine gums (or as I've called them in a hypo state, "gine wums") because I found that jelly babies regularly would come out of my bag all smashed up... crumbs are not much good for someone with a wobble going on. Sad

Have also used those 4g glucotabs but I haven't used those in ages... and when I'm absolutely desperate, I go to the traditional hardstuff: teaspoon o' sugar!

After the above options, I aim to have something slow releasing, such as biscuit, fruit biscuit thing or bit of chocolate... but with DAFNE rules, it really does depend more on the time of the hypo (eg, if right before a meal, I only have the quick acting CPs, etc).

Sep 29, 2011

JayBee 587 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Smart Insulin

I understand that already and therefore agree. I do love the fact that the UK doesn't exercise a guinea pig sort of culture when it comes to medicine. We've got to protect ourselves. Smile

I'm not sure how interested I am in Smart Insulin myself but I thought I'd bring it to others' attention.

Thanks for your time.

Sep 28, 2011

SA2010 69 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android App Diary - iPhone/iPad App Diary & Web Online Diary - One Synchronised Diary

Just found the Download button - so now can see my web entered data !
Auto-sync / manual-sync facilities would be still beneficial

not sure why upload was crashing yesterday. will try it again later today/tomorrw

simon

Sep 28, 2011

SA2010 69 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Handbook and CP List booklets - version differences list

Hi. I am a DAFNE december 2010 grad.

Is it possible to get a list of the changes that have been brought into the new version of the handbook and the new carbohydrate portion list booklet ?

Differences between July 2010 handbook and the latest online version
Differences between carb portion list issue 8 oct 2008 and version 10 Jan 2011 booklet

Perhaps some formatted text files one can do a WinDiff on or MS Word Document Compare?

Regards

Simon

Sep 28, 2011

SA2010 69 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android App Diary - iPhone/iPad App Diary & Web Online Diary - One Synchronised Diary

Hi

Just downloaded the Android Dafne Online App. Looks brilliant - Thank you for making it available.

I tried to use it for adding diary entries and uploading the entries but crashes in the app and I did click on the feedback/report option which hopefully sent some info to you yesterday.

I have now updated the diary through the web pages using my PC but I was surprised that the diary entries visible in the Android App not showing my data.

It would be really useful I think if we had a synchronise button and some clever code that merges the online diary with additios or changes from the mobile app. I also have an iPad and have the iPhone App there - Again it would be nice if I can access my diary / update it through the app and for sync option to be provided with auto & manual sync options. The App does have the username and password so it can connect to the main web diary.

regards

simon ajina

Sep 28, 2011

Harry 4 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android app

Hi Simon,

A great app! We are all grateful to you!

If you care, there is a minor bug for your attention... If you're trying to manually upload records that are in a shorter period that the one you choose, the app crashes (to illustrate, suppose that I am using the app for only 4 days and I am trying to upload manually the last week). Not a huge bug, but there you are!

Best,
Harry

Sep 28, 2011

SA2010 69 posts

Topic: Site Development / Displayed View of BG Diary and End of Day special setting

Hi

Just started to use the online BG Diary - Thank you very much for providing this facility.

I have set a non standard end of day time beyond midnight and it would be nice if when displaying/printing diary records between specific or default date ranges, for the view to take account of this end of day time setting and treat entries after midnight but before my end of day time to be part of the previous day.

At the moment my diary views start with my bedtime entry rather than the following morning pre breakfast entries.

There may be several places where the end of day needs to come from the Diary Settings value rather than midnight.

regards

simon

Sep 28, 2011

SA2010 69 posts

Topic: Site Development / Page Breaks for BG Diary Print function

Hi

Just started to add entries to the online diary and used the built-in Print facility: 'Printable view of currently displayed results'.

Would it be possible to force page breaks on day boundary rather than allow print to auto paginate at the wrong places. {When checking for day change, need to bear in mind the end of day time defined in Diary Settings)

Thanks

Simon

Sep 28, 2011

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with

I used to use jelly babies but now use cheap energy drinks, the still versions............

As I am trying to watch my calorie intake jelly babies were a bit too much calorie for me, although very effective........

As long as its quick acting sugar and depending on the hypo, between 15 - 30 g of CHO your laughing.......

Sep 28, 2011

Libby 5 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android app

Oh my word, I feel so silly now, I am sure I tried that... Oh well! Thank you for the clarification!

Sep 28, 2011

John Syer 19 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android app

Libby said:
1. It is possible to amend entries online, is it possible to do this in the app? And if not could this (and deleting entries) be considered for future development?
2. When I uploaded my entries it said that there weren't any, but it actually uploaded them (unless I misunderstood what it said) - has anyone else come accross this?

Hi Libby,
You can edit (or delete) the entries from the entries icon, a long press on the entry in question will bring up a menu offering you the option to edit or delete.
I have noticed that the count of entries seems not to be accurate, you may also notice that the listed time frame is not accurate either (when uploading a week's worth of data or longer). From what I can tell, the app breaks the information to upload into blocks and uploads them. The details shown in the information box seem to be related to internal working counters and perhaps not relevant to the user.
Regards, John

Sep 27, 2011

SimonC 78 posts

Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with

I use glugo tabs post DAFNE.

I know that each tab will quickly raise my blood sugar by about 1 unit, so I can judge how many tabs I need. I isn't perfect, and I am sure that other methods wouls work just as well, but I have bought a number of the small containers - containing 10 tabs, so what ever coat/jacket etc I have there is a container in it, and I get a large container (approx 50 tabs) from my chemist whenever I get my repeat. It is a simple task of refilling the smaller containers as and when they need replenishing.

It works for me

Sep 27, 2011

meltow 78 posts

Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with

Dextrose - 3 tablets usually does the trick, then followed by a piece of fruit or handful of sultanas

Sep 27, 2011

Simon 578 posts

Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with

Jelly babies! 3-5 depending on how hypo I'm feeling.

Sep 30, 2011 Benton Fred 7 posts	Topic: General Discussion / hgv Hello! Have it on really good authority, DVLA are relaxing the laws on group 2 licences(LGV and PCV). From October this year it will be possible to apply for a cat C and D licence. Provided strict guidelined are adhered to. Call DVLA medical branch on 0300 790 6806, they will clarify this. But since the legislation hasn't been passed yet they will have no more information till end of October. Fred Dafne Graduate Nov 2010. Last Hba1c 7.5

Sep 30, 2011 Carolin 83 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Low impact breakfast Chchch said: Hi everyone I'm interested in finding out if anyone has any tips for breakfasts that don't raise their post-meal readings too much. I always eat toast, sometimes white, sometimes brown, with butter or cream cheese, and it doesn't matter if I do a dual wave or a square wave (I'm on a pump) I end up with quite a pronounced rise (normally goes up at least 3). It's something I'd like to get right as post prandial levels are really crucial when you're pregnant. You have 2 options really and you may need to try each or both together: 1 Try a really low glycaemic index CP like granary bread, porridge, etc. Keep the portion size as small as you can and maybe snack later when your insulin resistance is lower. 2 Bolus / inject QA 15-30 min before eating, particularly if your starting BG is raised. Evidence from continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) studies suggests that BG will always peak after meals even with the modern QA analogue insulins. Square or extended wave Boluses on pumps really offer no advantage as they miss the peak of the BG after CPs, so standard bolus options seem to be better. OR maybe use a combination bolus with 80% taken immediately 15 min before your meal and the remainder as you eat. Good luck. Carolin

Sep 30, 2011 caroline15 45 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Low impact breakfast Last time I saw my consultant (in March) she suggested that I have porridge instead of yoghurt for breakfast (not pregnant or trying to be though). I'm still in my first month of being on a pump so haven't quite got it sorted yet re dual or square wave.

Sep 30, 2011 novorapidboi26 1,819 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Low impact breakfast Low GI items would be good.......... I have a yoghurt in the morning, this helps with my dawn phenomenon by being released slowly so as not spiking the BG too much and tells my liver to go back to normal glucose production...... You can also try it with granola and the like, this may slow the absorption further......... Have you tried carb free breakfasts like, eggs, bacon/sausage................not completely fat free mind you but wont affect the BG much, its only for 9 months.................

Sep 30, 2011 Chchch 17 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Low impact breakfast Hi everyone I'm interested in finding out if anyone has any tips for breakfasts that don't raise their post-meal readings too much. I always eat toast, sometimes white, sometimes brown, with butter or cream cheese, and it doesn't matter if I do a dual wave or a square wave (I'm on a pump) I end up with quite a pronounced rise (normally goes up at least 3). It's something I'd like to get right as post prandial levels are really crucial when you're pregnant.

Sep 30, 2011 LovelyGeezer 2 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Carbohydrate list in .csv format Thanks for that, the PDF to Excel convertor would still require some work as there are pages of text between sections, then the column headings begin again, to be honest I'm looking for a solution that requires little or no work from me. I have the Animas 2020, which comes pre-loaded with a carbohydrate list in the US but in the UK is supplied empty. I've asked but they won't let me have the US version for reasons only known to themselves?

Sep 30, 2011 JayBee 587 posts	Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with Garry said: The 4 bit from the middle of the pack normally stays in the house giving quick access when needed. I've always tried to follow up with some slower CHO though. JWO loved your comment. When I was a child I loved Maynards wine gums.....only available in the North East I think. Used to eat them on a Sunday when my Dad would buy me a Â¼ pound and I would eat the lot by 4 o'clock! Happy memories! Regards Garry It's funny you say that - because anything I use as hypo treatment I often find that I don't see it as a treat anymore - it's something that is for hypos only in my head. I don't think I could enough a whole bag all in one go, especially not now. I cannot remember what I was like for sweets before I was diagnosed at the age of 5... I know I do have me treats though. I aim to have them with meals so I avoid snacking! ;)

Sep 30, 2011 novorapidboi26 1,819 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Carbohydrate list in .csv format you could try googling PDF to Excel convertor, I am sure there are several programs you can download for free and possibly online conversion...... Once converted it may be easier to manipulate the data for your needs at least........ When creating the android app, a workable version of the list may exist, you would need to speak to one of the admin or our resident android developer for that....... Good luck................. PS. Which pump do you use...........?

Sep 29, 2011 Garry 328 posts	Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with Like you Alan my favourite is Dextro tablets. Not keen on the Blackcurrant ones though! 14 in a packet and after years of practice, I am good at splitting a packet into three - 5, 4 and 5. 5s go in the pocket and then at least one end of the pack is protected from going crispy! or blackened! (by my scruffy paws). 3 tablets for a regular hypo at 3.5 or so......but 5 if I've hit the wall. Kick in for me, in 15 minutes. Goes to show how we are all different. The 4 bit from the middle of the pack normally stays in the house giving quick access when needed. I've always tried to follow up with some slower CHO though. JWO loved your comment. When I was a child I loved Maynards wine gums.....only available in the North East I think. Used to eat them on a Sunday when my Dad would buy me a Â¼ pound and I would eat the lot by 4 o'clock! Happy memories! Regards Garry

Sep 29, 2011 Alan 49 284 posts	Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with It depends where I am and how severe the hypo is. If I'm out and about, I'll have 4 Dextro tablets (Tropical flavour is my preference), which seem to take 25 minutes to become effective and deliver 10 carbs. I always carry a plastic bag of these loose in my pocket. And then, if necessary, I'll have follow this up with 4 more or a Jaffacake or biscuit. At home, I'll have a 150ml can of plain Coke, which seems to become effective quicker, and then test after half an hour and have the Dextro tablets if necessary.

Sep 29, 2011 LovelyGeezer 2 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Carbohydrate list in .csv format Hello, does anyone know where I can get a copy of the carbohydrate list in a .csv format. I want to use it to load into my insulin pump for when I am out and about. I would imagine there are other uses for the entire list in this format too. I've tried copying and pasting the pdf file into Excel but it doesn't work very well... Any ideas, links etc, gratefully received.

Sep 29, 2011 JayBee 587 posts	Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with I have a preference towards wine gums (or as I've called them in a hypo state, "gine wums") because I found that jelly babies regularly would come out of my bag all smashed up... crumbs are not much good for someone with a wobble going on. Have also used those 4g glucotabs but I haven't used those in ages... and when I'm absolutely desperate, I go to the traditional hardstuff: teaspoon o' sugar! After the above options, I aim to have something slow releasing, such as biscuit, fruit biscuit thing or bit of chocolate... but with DAFNE rules, it really does depend more on the time of the hypo (eg, if right before a meal, I only have the quick acting CPs, etc).

Sep 29, 2011 JayBee 587 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Smart Insulin I understand that already and therefore agree. I do love the fact that the UK doesn't exercise a guinea pig sort of culture when it comes to medicine. We've got to protect ourselves. I'm not sure how interested I am in Smart Insulin myself but I thought I'd bring it to others' attention. Thanks for your time.

Sep 28, 2011 SA2010 69 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android App Diary - iPhone/iPad App Diary & Web Online Diary - One Synchronised Diary Just found the Download button - so now can see my web entered data ! Auto-sync / manual-sync facilities would be still beneficial not sure why upload was crashing yesterday. will try it again later today/tomorrw simon

Sep 28, 2011 SA2010 69 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Handbook and CP List booklets - version differences list Hi. I am a DAFNE december 2010 grad. Is it possible to get a list of the changes that have been brought into the new version of the handbook and the new carbohydrate portion list booklet ? Differences between July 2010 handbook and the latest online version Differences between carb portion list issue 8 oct 2008 and version 10 Jan 2011 booklet Perhaps some formatted text files one can do a WinDiff on or MS Word Document Compare? Regards Simon

Sep 28, 2011 SA2010 69 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android App Diary - iPhone/iPad App Diary & Web Online Diary - One Synchronised Diary Hi Just downloaded the Android Dafne Online App. Looks brilliant - Thank you for making it available. I tried to use it for adding diary entries and uploading the entries but crashes in the app and I did click on the feedback/report option which hopefully sent some info to you yesterday. I have now updated the diary through the web pages using my PC but I was surprised that the diary entries visible in the Android App not showing my data. It would be really useful I think if we had a synchronise button and some clever code that merges the online diary with additios or changes from the mobile app. I also have an iPad and have the iPhone App there - Again it would be nice if I can access my diary / update it through the app and for sync option to be provided with auto & manual sync options. The App does have the username and password so it can connect to the main web diary. regards simon ajina

Sep 28, 2011 Harry 4 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android app Hi Simon, A great app! We are all grateful to you! If you care, there is a minor bug for your attention... If you're trying to manually upload records that are in a shorter period that the one you choose, the app crashes (to illustrate, suppose that I am using the app for only 4 days and I am trying to upload manually the last week). Not a huge bug, but there you are! Best, Harry

Sep 28, 2011 SA2010 69 posts	Topic: Site Development / Displayed View of BG Diary and End of Day special setting Hi Just started to use the online BG Diary - Thank you very much for providing this facility. I have set a non standard end of day time beyond midnight and it would be nice if when displaying/printing diary records between specific or default date ranges, for the view to take account of this end of day time setting and treat entries after midnight but before my end of day time to be part of the previous day. At the moment my diary views start with my bedtime entry rather than the following morning pre breakfast entries. There may be several places where the end of day needs to come from the Diary Settings value rather than midnight. regards simon

Sep 28, 2011 SA2010 69 posts	Topic: Site Development / Page Breaks for BG Diary Print function Hi Just started to add entries to the online diary and used the built-in Print facility: 'Printable view of currently displayed results'. Would it be possible to force page breaks on day boundary rather than allow print to auto paginate at the wrong places. {When checking for day change, need to bear in mind the end of day time defined in Diary Settings) Thanks Simon

Sep 28, 2011 novorapidboi26 1,819 posts	Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with I used to use jelly babies but now use cheap energy drinks, the still versions............ As I am trying to watch my calorie intake jelly babies were a bit too much calorie for me, although very effective........ As long as its quick acting sugar and depending on the hypo, between 15 - 30 g of CHO your laughing.......

Sep 28, 2011 Libby 5 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android app Oh my word, I feel so silly now, I am sure I tried that... Oh well! Thank you for the clarification!

Sep 28, 2011 John Syer 19 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Android app Libby said: 1. It is possible to amend entries online, is it possible to do this in the app? And if not could this (and deleting entries) be considered for future development? 2. When I uploaded my entries it said that there weren't any, but it actually uploaded them (unless I misunderstood what it said) - has anyone else come accross this? Hi Libby, You can edit (or delete) the entries from the entries icon, a long press on the entry in question will bring up a menu offering you the option to edit or delete. I have noticed that the count of entries seems not to be accurate, you may also notice that the listed time frame is not accurate either (when uploading a week's worth of data or longer). From what I can tell, the app breaks the information to upload into blocks and uploads them. The details shown in the information box seem to be related to internal working counters and perhaps not relevant to the user. Regards, John

Sep 27, 2011 SimonC 78 posts	Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with I use glugo tabs post DAFNE. I know that each tab will quickly raise my blood sugar by about 1 unit, so I can judge how many tabs I need. I isn't perfect, and I am sure that other methods wouls work just as well, but I have bought a number of the small containers - containing 10 tabs, so what ever coat/jacket etc I have there is a container in it, and I get a large container (approx 50 tabs) from my chemist whenever I get my repeat. It is a simple task of refilling the smaller containers as and when they need replenishing. It works for me

Sep 27, 2011 meltow 78 posts	Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with Dextrose - 3 tablets usually does the trick, then followed by a piece of fruit or handful of sultanas

Sep 27, 2011 Simon 578 posts	Topic: General Discussion / HYPO - how best to treat & what with Jelly babies! 3-5 depending on how hypo I'm feeling.