High Blood Sugar (Diabetes)

Diabetes Management at Pill4me 

Take Control of Your Blood Sugar. We’re Here to Help.

 Living with Diabetes? You’re Not Alone.

Diabetes affects millions of Canadians — but with the right support, it can be managed effectively. At Pill4me in Chilliwack, we offer personalized care and expert guidance to help you stay in control of your Type 1, Type 2, or pre-diabetes.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing diabetes for years, our pharmacists are here to support you every step of the way.

Our Diabetes Care Services

 ✔️ Blood Sugar Monitoring Guidance

Learn how to test your blood sugar properly and understand what your numbers mean. Bring your glucometer — we’ll help you use it confidently.

✔️ Medication Reviews

We’ll review your diabetes medications (including insulin) to ensure they’re working well, and identify any side effects or interactions.

✔️ Lifestyle & Nutrition Tips

From diet to exercise, our pharmacists provide practical, realistic advice to help you manage your blood sugar naturally — without the overwhelm.

✔️ Preventive Care & Monitoring

We help track long-term complications like nerve damage, kidney health, and heart disease — and work with your doctor to catch issues early.

✔️ Support for Prediabetes

At risk of developing diabetes? We’ll guide you through small changes that can make a big difference and help prevent progression.

Who Can Benefit?

• People living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes

• Individuals with prediabetes or gestational diabetes

• Anyone starting a new diabetes medication

• Those struggling with blood sugar control

• People who feel overwhelmed with diabetes care

Blood Sugar Ranges (in mmol/L)​

For People Without Diabetes:

Test	Normal Range
Fasting (8+ hrs)	4.0 – 5.5 mmol/L
2 Hours After Eating	Less than 7.8 mmol/L
Random (any time)	Typically less than 7.8 mmol/L

For Diabetes Diagnosis:

Test	Diagnostic Range
Fasting	7.0 mmol/L or higher
2 Hours After 75g Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)	11.1 mmol/L or higher
Random Blood Sugar	11.1 mmol/L or higher with symptoms
A1C (Glycated Hemoglobin)	6.5% or higher (on two separate tests)*

*Note: A1C test may not be accurate for everyone — consult your healthcare provider.

Target Ranges for People With Diabetes (General Targets):

Time of Test	Target Range
Fasting or Before Meals	4.0 – 7.0 mmol/L
2 Hours After Eating	5.0 – 10.0 mmol/L (or 5.0 – 8.0 mmol/L if A1C goals are not being met)
A1C Target	≤ 7.0% (individualized for each patient)

Note: These values are general guidelines. Always consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice.