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Metformin Concern

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sibthorpemichelle

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Hi

I have just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and have been put on metformin a low dosage to see how I get on. It's my third day of taking my tablets and I have suddenly developed a slow heartbeat, I feel cold, dizzy and nauseous plus horrific stomach cramps and muscle pains in my neck and arms and I was wondering if anyone can tell me whether this is normal with metformin or not?

Thanks

Michelle
 
Dear Michelle

I have been placed on meformin as well for my recently diagnosed T2 diabetes without ecperiencing the syptoms you describe.

I do not wish to alarm you and I am not qualified to make any kind of diagnosis but in your shoes I would see a doctor immediately to ensure that you are not developing lactic acidosis.

Quoting the folllowing site: [http://www.diabetes.co.uk/insulin/...ing you unduly in that case. Regards Pavlos
 
Definitely see the doctor. If you feel very poorly and can't get an appointment SOON. go to A&E
Hana
 
I would also suggest suspend taking the metformin. However, I note from your profile that you are a T1 also taking insulin (is your profile correct?), in which case it may not be a good idea.

IanS
 
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