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Metformin & Side effects

Discussion in 'Ask A Question' started by Dimi23, Aug 6, 2021.

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  1. Dimi23

    Dimi23 · Newbie

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    Hello!
    My name is Dimitra and I'm 23. I have metabolic syndrome but my blood sugar levels haven't been affected yet. I do have insulin resistance and for that I started taking metformin on the 27th of July. The plan is to increase the dosage weekly, until it reaches 1700mg/per day. I just wanted to ask if the side effects go away because at the moment I'm experiencing severe acid reflux 24/7. My doctor suggested that we try antacids for a week and if this doesn't work I 'll have to go back to 500mg/per day.
     
    #1 Dimi23, Aug 6, 2021 at 1:20 AM
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    EllieM Type 1 · Moderator
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    Have you tried the slow/extended release version of metformin? That can be more tolerable for many people, but only tends to get prescribed for people who cannot cope with the standard version.
     
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    #2 EllieM, Aug 6, 2021 at 1:38 AM
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    welshrunner Prediabetes · Newbie

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    I have been on 500g Metformin for 11 days. I take with food in the morning. Suffering badly with nausea and vomiting every day and feel generally very weird. Should I carry on or go back to my doctor. Last blood sugar test was 51. I can't keep any food down.
     
    #3 welshrunner, Aug 18, 2021 at 5:07 PM
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    Andydragon Type 2 (in remission!) · Moderator
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    It’s not really for us to advise but personally if I wasn’t feeling right and the only difference is new drugs then I would go to my doctor
     
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    #4 Andydragon, Aug 18, 2021 at 5:14 PM
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    I’m sorry to hear you’re feeling so awful- if I was you, I would go speak to the GP!
     
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    #5 HurricaneHippo, Aug 18, 2021 at 5:25 PM
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