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Been taken off Metformin

Beshlie

Beshlie

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Location
Devon
Type of diabetes
Treatment type
Tablets (oral)
I have had problems with Metformin since starting on it, even the SR, and have been controlling my diabetes (T2) with diet, staying mostly within the non diabetic numbers. Yesterday I went to see my Dr about a drug review and he said it looked like I could'nt tolerate it and has taken me off them, especially as I am controlling my BS well and he is happy with me. My actual diabetes 6 mth review is next Thursday, when they take all the blood tests so it will be about a week after then when I know how I've been doing over the last few months. Actually I wish I could take metformin for the benefits it can give us, but it's not meant for me I'm afraid.
 
Good luck with your review next week. I've never had any meds but am getting there slowly but surely. If you are staying mostly within non diabetic numbers you should be fine. Metformin helps but only to a limited extent. Your diet is what is doing it for you.
 
Beshlie said:
I have had problems with Metformin since starting on it, even the SR, and have been controlling my diabetes (T2) with diet, staying mostly within the non diabetic numbers. Yesterday I went to see my Dr about a drug review and he said it looked like I could'nt tolerate it and has taken me off them, especially as I am controlling my BS well and he is happy with me. My actual diabetes 6 mth review is next Thursday, when they take all the blood tests so it will be about a week after then when I know how I've been doing over the last few months. Actually I wish I could take metformin for the benefits it can give us, but it's not meant for me I'm afraid.
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Whilst I read about the great things Metformin does, I, personally, can't get away from the fact that I would prefer to task my body to run at its most efficient levels, drug-free. I accept my body can't always cope with whatever is being thrown at it, but drug-free will always be my preferred default position, where clinically credible.

I know this isn't everyone's viewpoint, and I respect that, but the body is a wonderful thing, and far more able to adapt, sometimes over time, than we give it credit for. Beshlie, rejoice in your freedom from Metformin, and fingers crossed for a positive review.
 
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