Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Children have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes if they are overweight or have obesity, have a family history of diabetes, or are not active.

To lower the risk of type 2 diabetes in children:

• Have them maintain a healthy weight
• Be sure they are physically active
• Have them eat smaller portions of healthy foods
• Limit time with the TV, computer, and video

Children and teens with type 1 diabetes may need to take insulin. Type 2 diabetes may be controlled with diet and exercise. If not, patients will need to take oral diabetes medicines or insulin. A blood test called the A1C can check on how you are managing your diabetes.