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  1. Major Buckmaster
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    Wondering about coming off metformin

    excuse me but you have no idea what I’ve been through with it. I was on the normal one and I also have ulcerative colitis so had an absolute...
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Nov 19, 2019 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
  2. Major Buckmaster
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    Wondering about coming off metformin

    completely the same as you. Back on it full dose and happy to do so. Helps with weight and hunger as well as other benefits.
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Nov 5, 2019 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
  3. Major Buckmaster
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    Metformin sl

    It’s a strange drug for sure. Yes I found it altered my taste too.
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Oct 2, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
  4. Major Buckmaster
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    Metformin sl

    Thank you. I’ll take your advice!
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Oct 2, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
  5. Major Buckmaster
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    Metformin sl

    Thank you so much for your reply! I’m glad you understand. Yes I shall give it a month and see how I feel then discuss with doc about increasing...
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Oct 2, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
  6. Major Buckmaster
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    Metformin sl

    It’s a well known side effect in a lot of people. It helped me a lot in that regard which is why I’m wondering if the sl version is the same. I...
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Oct 2, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
  7. Major Buckmaster
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    Metformin sl

    Not interested in your response. Feel free no to do so again. Quoted content edited in alignment with earlier Mod intervention
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Oct 2, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
  8. Major Buckmaster
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    Metformin sl

    Sorry I’m not sure I explained. I was on Metformin for 1 yr. it was intolerable so asked to be put onto slow release. I was on 2000mg of...
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Oct 1, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
  9. Major Buckmaster
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    Metformin sl

    Thanks. I low carb. I need to know whether I’m on the right dose to reduce my appetite. Anyone??
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Oct 1, 2019 in forum: Ask A Question
  10. Major Buckmaster
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    Metformin sl

    Hi all. Been put on Metformin slow release but doc says 1 dose of 500mg is enough and I don’t need to go higher. I’m not convinced. I thought...
    Thread by: Major Buckmaster, Oct 1, 2019, 16 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
  11. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    Rubbish isn't it. I have a suggestion for you. You can prepare me a meal and send it over. That way I don't have to do it.:hilarious:
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 29, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
  12. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    Oh yes I read some of your posts. I'm sorry for your struggles! I got my numbers down, I have lost tons of weight. I'm my old self in that...
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 29, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
  13. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    Excellent, thank you!
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 27, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
  14. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    Okay thanks!
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 26, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
  15. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    I love bounty. Can you give a link?
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 26, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
  16. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    I eat out a lot so already a dab hand at that. :)
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 26, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
  17. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    I think those without kids, young families etc find it slightly easier as there is less to think of. I might be wrong. But adding kids, etc to...
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 26, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
  18. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    I’ve never been interested in cooking. Hate it and have avoided it. Ace let me try that! Thank you! I have never cooked much. I’ve always...
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 26, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
  19. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    Thanks. I wish it were true but for me it’s not getting any easier even after a year. I still hate cooking and find low carbing very hard.
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 26, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
  20. Major Buckmaster
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    Not doing very well.

    Ha. Hate rhubarb. Could try berries though, thank you.
    Post by: Major Buckmaster, Aug 26, 2019 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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