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Message: <blockquote data-quote="sugarless sue" data-source="post: 132351" data-attributes="member: 1210">He could also have his Metformin increased in dosage. The next step up in medication is the Sulphonylureas such as Gliclizide. To be on Byetta or Victoza you have to first be on the max levels of Metformin and a Sulphonylurea, have poor control and a BMI >35. Some Consultants however disregard this criteria.There is one thing you may want to discuss with the doctor. Prozac can cause changes in blood sugars, unfortunately a lot of antidepressants have this side effect.It may be possible to change to another one which may have a lesser effect while still being an effective antidepressant for your husband.</blockquote>

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