How do medications treat type 1 diabetes?

Several different medications are used to treat type 1 diabetes, but insulin is the primary medication for this condition. Because the body is not producing sufficient insulin to survive, insulin injections are used to help stabilize blood sugar levels. Insulin cannot be taken orally; therefore, it must be administered by injection or pump. Your blood sugar is affected by many factors, including diet, activity level, medications, hormone levels, stress, and other factors, so it is very important to monitor your blood sugar level several times throughout the day.