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Medication advice

Discussion in 'Metformin/Biguanides' started by Pippatenn, Nov 18, 2015.

  1. Pippatenn

    Pippatenn Type 2 · Member

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    Hi there everyone, just wondering if there is any other medications out there for type two.... I started on metformin and Alogliptin about 6 weeks ago, it doesn't really do anything for my bg levels, they average around 15.... But they are making me so unwell, tired, lethargic, muscle aches, severe cramps, headaches and hair loss.... Not sure how much longer I can continue with them it's affecting my work and home life, any advice...?
     
    #1 Pippatenn, Nov 18, 2015 at 5:41 PM
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    ally1 Type 2 · Expert

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    I would suggest going back to see your gp
     
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    #2 ally1, Nov 18, 2015 at 6:20 PM
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    Pippatenn Type 2 · Member

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    I have an appointment... It's next week...soonest they have x
     
    #3 Pippatenn, Nov 18, 2015 at 7:32 PM
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    mfactor Type 2 · Well-Known Member

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    have you changed your diet ? ie. low carb
     
    #4 mfactor, Nov 18, 2015 at 7:45 PM
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    Pippatenn Type 2 · Member

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    Yes.... Some days no carb at all other days less than 50g think its my other meds cus even on a fasting day it's 12-14, it's just the metformin makes me so ill
     
    #5 Pippatenn, Nov 18, 2015 at 11:41 PM
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