Recent Content by Craftylin13

when I went for my annual check up for my Diabetes with my designated diabetic GP last year. He suggested I am to be put on this Alogliptin 25mg to try and help me to lose some weight. I haven't lost any weight but have put more on. I am due my next annual visit with him next month and wondered...

I used to have the exact same problem as you have. I felt I had to carry an emergency bag with a change of clothing and clean up equipment but in July I saw my diabetic doctor and explained it all to him. He changed my medication from Metformin to Sitagliptin and I have never looked back. I have...

I am taking the SR version of Metformin though? Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

I have been on Metformin for about 5 years, at various doses. My loo problem is something that I have had now for quite some time but perhaps not all of the time I have been on Metformin. I did mention it to my GP once about 12 months ago and she didn't do anything about it, must of thought I...

Also, I am supposed to take 2x500mg tablets twice a day. I cannot manage this as I would be on the toilet for most of the day! Therefore I take 1x 500mg twice a day. This problem doesn't happen every day but can happen up to 3 or 4 times a week and can also be very embarrassing! Sent from the...

I always take metformin with food, might be after I have eaten but usually straight after breakfast then after my evening meal. I am taking the slow release tablets also? Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

I have been on these two medications for a while now, though the amount of each tablet has varied over the time. I sometimes get an instant urge to go to the loo (empty my bowels) sometimes with only seconds as a warning. Usually happens just after I have eaten lunch. Wondering if it was...