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Hi All, started Metformin about 6 weeks ago, starting with 1x 500/day after 1 week increased to 2x 500/day and 3x 500 after week4. Whilst on 2x500 was starting to feel much better, BG dropping. However since moving up to 3x500 I've started having feelings of anxiety and agitation, just can't...

I've just completed my first week of monitoring my BG. I have virtually cut out carbs and have been taking 1 metformin per day, increasing to 2 yesterday. I've been taking readings before and after each meal, but my daily average has fallen from 9.2 to 6.4. Will the metformin have kicked in yet...

Thanks to everyone for your replies, much appreciated. It's good to know there is support out there!

Thanks, the people on here certainly seem more helpful than the medical profession.

Thanks Jack, What were your numbers like, I take it you used a meter to check your blood before reducing the dosage?

Diagnosed with type 2 yesterday, handed a prescription for Metformin and told to book for another blood test in 2 months. The doctor was obviously running very late and in a great hurry; I was in and out of the consulting room in about 5 minutes. I had had 2 previous blood tests of 11, 6 and...