Changing from Metformin tablets to Glucophage powders

Cath16

Cath16

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A few days ago I had to change from Metformin tablets to the powder form as I was having trouble swallowing the tablets,even when cut. I take 2 1000mg sachets per day. I had slowly worked the tablets up to this dose & seemed to be tolerating it quite well. However, since changing to the powder my stomach has been quite upset.

I wonder if anyone else has had this experience, and if so, did it settle down for you? I'm a bit concerned in case it doesn't settle down and I have to change to something else.

Any words of experience would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks

Cath
 
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))Denise((

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I've never taken the powders but my thoughts would be that maybe you need to build them up slowly like you did with the tablets.
 
carty

carty

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Can you have slow release powders I wouldnt think so but talk to your GP or DB nurse .You have to have a life away from the loo!
CAROL
 
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hawnet

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yeah i wouldnt take it all in one go any more after my recent bouts of the side effects, build up to full dose if your BG is under control...well thats what i am going to do from now on.
 
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