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I started on Empagliflozin last week, so far, so good, and side effects are so much better than Metformin. The only problem I have at the minute is some lightheadedness. It's doesn't last long, a few seconds at a time. Can I ask if anyone else has experienced this and if so roughly how long...

Thank you all for your replies and advice, I really appreciate it. Going to have a good look at this site to gather all the information I need to get going. I'm sure it Will be difficult to start with but hoping a drop in blood sugar will spur me on. Thanks again.

Can I please ask for anyone using low carb as a way to treat type 2, how long did you have to follow this type of eating before it had a positive effect on your blood sugar levels?

Thank you both so much for taking the time to reply. You've both been so helpful. I'm going to have a good look into reducing my carbs and trying that before I look into metformin. There just seems so much to try and get my head around.

Hi, I was diagnosed with type 2 in 2019. My last hba1c in December 2020 was 47. I had another hba1c taken on Monday and it has risen to 60. I have been feeling exhausted the past couple of months which could be why. My question is, with this number am I likely to be offered Metformin? I have a...