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Doctor is trying to convince me to try alogliptin as well as metformin to reduce blood sugars which were 7.8 ( old measure) at last test. Rather worried about side effects and possible heart issues. Any advice about these tablets?

How are you getting on now?

I am on slow release already and have tried suggestions on this forum on various ways to take it but still upsets my stomach!

Appointment next week with DN and it will be the usual tale of your BS is too high as is my weight. I have constantly struggled with my weight and the use of metformin which creates untold problems with my insides. Question is ,Is there a better medication which creates fewer issues than...

Metformin causing me problems even though SR. So is the arguement that it only brings BS down 1 or 2 points worth taking it?

Feeling pleased that at last I have managed to stop smoking! But the downside is that I have put on one stone in weight since 11th April and my blood sugar has gone up. This has now upset me and feel pretty miserable as I have never been able to lose weight. Being over weight has plagued me from...

Bread is my downfall. I have tried Burgens but I get issues with it. Not good.....need to develop some strong will power :!: Think I might aim for 75g to start with as I am not sure I can go too low?

I am considering trying low carb diet as my blood sugars are rising. After being diet controlled for many years, I am now on metformin (1500g) a day and over weight. I want to reduce my blood sugar levels and lose weight for health reasons but also for vanity! I would like to get a response from...