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Type 2 Dapagliftlozin and weight gain

I have been on the above for around 10 months or so to be taken with my metformin and I have gained 7 pounds in weight. Nothing in my life has...

Thread by: dog-man, Jun 27, 2019, 0 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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Which Is The Cheapest Lancets And Strips?

Android or PC?

Post by: dog-man, Jul 21, 2018 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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Which Is The Cheapest Lancets And Strips?

I used to test four times a day, twice weekly as advised by my first diabetic nurse. Stuff ordered now so I soon start to regain control. I...

Post by: dog-man, Jul 21, 2018 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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Which Is The Cheapest Lancets And Strips?

So you know when you scream Ouch!

Post by: dog-man, Jul 21, 2018 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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Which Is The Cheapest Lancets And Strips?

So, those who use their lancets more than once, how many times on average do you use them before using a new one. They must eventually lose their...

Post by: dog-man, Jul 21, 2018 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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Which Is The Cheapest Lancets And Strips?

I have decided after having my repeat prescription for lancets and test strips cancelled whilst being told that I don't need to test as type 2...

Thread by: dog-man, Jul 21, 2018, 29 replies, in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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Change Of Brand Of Metformin

I often get different brands from the chemist and have not noticed any difference.

Post by: dog-man, Aug 21, 2016 in forum: Metformin/Biguanides
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Hypos On Metformin?

My hypos are mostly real. I know all about false hypos. I argued with my diabetic nurse when she informed me they were removing my ability to...

Post by: dog-man, Aug 16, 2016 in forum: Metformin/Biguanides
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Hypos On Metformin?

I was diagnosed as type 2 and put on metformin back in 2000. I have had loads of hypos since then whilst on Metformin. I still get them despite...

Post by: dog-man, Aug 13, 2016 in forum: Metformin/Biguanides
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merformin and vitamin deficiecy

I take various vitamins and supplements. When I get the results of my blood tests, my diabetic nurse always comments on how high my vitamin levels...

Post by: dog-man, Jul 22, 2016 in forum: Metformin/Biguanides
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Metformin - nausea

I have been on Metformin since 2000 and I can't say that I have noticed any adverse effects when consuming alcohol of any kind.

Post by: dog-man, Jun 12, 2016 in forum: Metformin/Biguanides
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Metformin

I started on half a tablet, gradually building up to the correct dose.

Post by: dog-man, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Metformin

Did you start the metformin gradually and build up the dose to try and avoid stomach problems? That is the correct way to start metformin. Most...

Post by: dog-man, Mar 21, 2016 in forum: Type 2 Diabetes
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Metformin and muscle cramps

I had the usual muscle pain and memory issues on statins until I refused to take them anymore. Never had problems with Metformin unless I take...

Post by: dog-man, Feb 4, 2016 in forum: Metformin/Biguanides
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metformin action/timings questions

Everyone is different though, so maybe some people are affected that way. I was warned that taking metformin could make me put weight on by my...

Post by: dog-man, Jan 2, 2016 in forum: Metformin/Biguanides
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metformin action/timings questions

I have been on metformin since 2000 and I have seen no evidence to suggest it decreases my appetite.

Post by: dog-man, Jan 2, 2016 in forum: Metformin/Biguanides
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Been told to stop testing blood sugar

Another thing she does that annoys me is that she is using a way of showing what my sugar levels are by a method I know nothing about. I am used...

Post by: dog-man, Dec 31, 2015 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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Been told to stop testing blood sugar

I will have a disagreement with her the next time I see her. I have a supply of needles and strips that will last me a couple of months, so no hurry.

Post by: dog-man, Dec 31, 2015 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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Been told to stop testing blood sugar

Is this normal practice these days? I suspect it is a way for the practice to save money. I recently had a full diabetic check-up and was told my...

Thread by: dog-man, Dec 31, 2015, 8 replies, in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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metformin. can't do it anymore

I was also told by my diabetic nurse that 4 x metformin (500mg) is the absolute max. You can take other medication that does a similar job...

Post by: dog-man, Dec 10, 2015 in forum: Metformin/Biguanides

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