Metformin

[Zeptra86]

Hi im newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic and just started on Metformin and it's causing havoc with my stomach will it ease off?

 

[Pinkorchid]

It may do after a few days if not see your doctor and ask for the Slow Release version that is kinder on the stomach

 

[Sirmione]

As above give it a while so your body can adapt. What dose did you start on ?

 

[Zeptra86]

They started me on 500mg twice a day I'm just having constant cramps and the runs sorry for tmi x

 

[MarkJonesBennett]

I started two weeks ago and my pharmacist advised me to take 1 tablet a day for the first week, then two for the second and then three, purely due to this.

 

[Zeptra86]

Ah I see I will speak to my diabetic nurse thank you x

 

[BadgerE]

I've been on metformin for several years now and is beginning to affect my kidneys. Is / what other drugs are out there for me as a UK resident?

 

[AnnMcD]

They started me on 500mg twice a day I'm just having constant cramps and the runs sorry for tmi x

In the very same boat as you, i was told that your system gets used to it after a few weeks. I really hope tummy settles soon for both of us x

 

[Pura Vida]

I've been on metformin for several years now and is beginning to affect my kidneys. Is / what other drugs are out there for me as a UK resident?

Is it common that Metf. affects the kidneys?

 

[Keesha]

I think it is the diabetes complication that is affecting your kidneys, not the medication. Need to drink lots of water all day long. Less salt in diet helps.


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