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So why prescribe the thing, if doesn't do what it says on the tin? Does anyone derive benefits from Metformin, of any type? Seems to me that, those that prescribe it, are just shooting in the dark and hoping for the best.. Let's double your Metformin and see how that works.. Oh, you have kidney...

I have never understood the medical logic of.. This is making me ill.. OK, so we will double it! It's a good job that they no longer prescribe radium for diabetes.. Will the people that any form of Metformin, did any good, please stand up. Acid reflux, regurgitation, stomach cramps, diarrhoea...

I am the last person to be giving advice on diets... My current one is from my Army days, where I wanted to pass a rigorous test to join the Para wing of 33 RE. Here it is.. Breakfast, tin of pilchards or sardines, two slices of buttered, thick sliced wholemeal bread, toasted. Lunch. Two slice...

Have nothing to add to this topic but I'm taking loads from it. When I saw "psyllium powder", I thought it might be mushrooms. Not even close! But you should try a mushroom omelette for breakfast. Mushrooms count as protein in your diet. Not to mention the Selenium, antioxidants and other...

I echo your comment about speaking to a Doctor about any problems you have. I can fix computers but am useless at brain surgery. Fair comment but Thalidomide was safe in this country until others became aware of the side effects. Are you aware of lactic acidosis in all types of Metformin...

I have no idea if this will work but here goes.. - What is your name? Pete - How old are you? 67 << I look at that and think, really? I don't feel that age.. - Are you male or female? Male - Which country are you from? England - Which city/area do you live in? Blackburn, the Northern English...

Hi, I don't know if you are aware that, certain types of Metformin ER are being recalled, due to problems with certain chemicals in the pills that affect kidney function. The US FDA website is worth a peek and further discussion with your GP when you next see them. I'd post a link but I only...