When blood glucose levels drop below 4 mmol/L in people with diabetes, it is called hypoglycaemia (also known as a hypo or low blood glucose level). Hypos can occur in people who use insulin and some other types of glucose-lowering medications. It is important to treat a hypo quickly to stop your blood glucose level from dropping even lower. You should always carry hypo treatment with you. Read more in our fact sheet. Managing hypoglycaemia fact sheet Hypos can occur in people who use insulin and some other types of glucose-lowering medications. Learn about how to recognise the signs and manage hypoglycaemia. Download now Related resources Hypoglycaemia management for type 1 diabetes webinar This pre-recorded webinar is for people with type 1 diabetes who want to increase their confidence in managing hypoglycaemia (also known as hypo or low blood glucose level). Watch now Hypoglycaemia management for type 2 diabetes webinar This on-demand webinar is for people with type 2 diabetes who want to increase their knowledge and confidence in managing hypoglycaemia (also known as hypo or low blood glucose level). Watch now
