Glucose Products

Glucose tablets are chewable and pleasant tasting for starters. More importantly, they are made from glucose (a specific type of fast acting sugar), come in various flavors, and contain other agents to bind the ingredients together. Each tablet contains a pre-measured amount of 3-4 grams of glucose with approximately 15 calories per tablet.

Glucose tablets for diabetics are an excellent choice to treat hypoglycemia or low blood sugar which is generally considered 70mg/dl or below. Without glucose or fuel to the brain, confusion sets in along with other reduced decision-making qualities. It can affect your thoughts and ability to move. Most times, hypoglycemia is mild and can be treated with oral glucose agents. If severe and untreated, hypoglycemia may result in seizures, loss of consciousness, coma and possibly death. Hypoglycemia is especially dangerous to those with heart disease.