Started on standard Met, then got put onto slow release due to stomach issues, been on S for nearly 2 months now and still having issues, my dr said if it persisted we could change the medication entirely. Just wondered what some of the alternative meds might be? If its anything with worse side effects I'd rather stick with this. Are other meds as effective at controlling blood sugar?
ClareBear - There are lots of diabetes medications around these days, and like all medications, they all have their potential side effects. Of course, not everyone will suffer side effects from any given drug, but you seem to have drawn the short straw on Metformin.
If you are still suffering after all that time, it could be worthwhile trying something else. It'd only be once you know what your Doc would prescribe can you look into it's specifics.
Why not ask your Doc what he/she would recommend, then do your research into it. Whilst there would almost certainly be members here who will have taken or be taking the meds, only when you try will you know whether x, y or z affects you.
I appreciate it's a tricky one. Fingers crossed for whichever route you choose.