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Trying to get information for assistance for a Patient Assistance Program. The name of the drug is Metformin HCL 500 Mg Tablets. This is for my 84 yr old Mother. ## Metformin is on WalMart's $4 plan, which Target copys. At either place, you can get 30d for $4; at WalMart (maybe Target too, not sure) you can get 90d for $10 ## You can get it at Publix pharmacy free ## I think the advice provided by the other posters is good and you should check it out. Since this is a generic medication, there aren't regular assistance programs to help with it. Does you mother have any type of insurance coverage? The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, flatulence, stomach pain, diarrhea, and hypoglycemia.

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prescribed for diabetes ## Has anyone seen any scientific studies showing that METATROL is effective in suppressing cancer cells ## Here is a link to a report published in the British Journal of cancer. August 4, 2003. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2394381 ## Yes, there are over 100 published studies supporting it. They can be found under various names related to the evolution of the product- FWGE, Fermented Wheat Germ Extract, Ave, Avemar, Metatrol and Metatrol Pro. Each evolution has produced a stronger product. The Original Avemar coming out of Europe is a foul tasting large amount of powder and not desirable in my opinion. The newer Metatrol is made in the U.S. and is in convenient capsule form. ## Most studies I've found, including the one posted by snapshot say it may carry...

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It's been 2 yrs since I experienced erectile dysfunction. Have visited a number of Dr's. For help but to no avail. One dr diagnosed with hypertension, acute cardiac condition and kidney complications. As chronic diseas treatment I take metformin, zartan Co 50/12,5 & simvascor 10 mg tablets. Could this treatment be the cause for my ed? IF YES what else is a viable in the market that can reverse the current condom? I am desperate indeed. ## Yes, the medications could be the cause of your ED, according NIH reports. You may also experience dizziness, headache, nausea, dry mouth, stomach pain, and diarrhea. As to reversing the condition, there are other medications you can try that might not cause the same side effect. Have you consulted your original prescribing doctor?

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Sitagliptin phosphate 100 mg tab by MSG Pharma. ## My husband is on Januvia 100mg. for 5 weeks now and his dugar level has gone up to 335. Before he started taking it he was 219. I know this is not normal. Has this happened to anyone else. Thank you for your feedback. ## Januvia contains the active ingredient Sitagliptin, this is used to help lower blood sugar. Some of the most common side effects may include: nausea, headache, dry mouth and cold-like symptoms. You can read more about this medication here: As to his blood sugar being higher, there is a possibility that he may need a dosage adjustment or this medication may not work for him. Have you consulted with his doctor about this? ## since my blood sugar goes very high while sleeping.would it be better taking my januvia at dinner ...

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I received my metformin 500 Er pills, white elliptical, for diabetes 2. I was given 3 bottles 360 each. I opened the 3rd bottle and noted the pills are a little smaller and instead of IP 178 on the pill...it has 101 imprinted on one side and the other side is blank. What did they give me. Is it metformin 500 Er or a mistake? ## Hello, Diane! How are you? I can't find anything in the databases with this marking. Can you please double check and post back? The FDA lists the typical side effects of Metformin as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, flatulence, and stomach pain.

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I JUST GOT A REFILL ON MY METFORMIN. THE NEW NAME ON IT IS AMNEAL AND IT IS LIKE NOT TAKING ANYTHING AT ALL. MY SUGARS HAVE BEEN IN THE 340 RANGE. MY SUGARS HAVE NEVER BEEN THIS HIGH. I BELIEVE MY PREVIOUS BRAND NAME WAS EITHER SOLCO OR WATSON. ANY SUGGESTIONS AS TO WHAT I SHOULD DO? ## Hello, Dooda! How are you doing? Has there been any change? With sugar levels that high, you need to see your doctor. If the pills from Amneal aren't working for you, you may need to switch to a different medication for awhile. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Metformin as possibly including nausea, dizziness, flatulence, stomach pain and hypoglycemia. Are you on any other medications? ## I have the same problem with Amneal Metformin...it's like I'm not taking anything at all.

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I am taking Galvus 50/500 one tab in breakfast time, then tribet 1 at lunch and tribet 2 at dinner. my rating coming 180 fasting and pp 205 pl advise. doing regular one hour exercise in gym and normal food. little sweet at night for only taste. pl pl advise hopw to control. and thanku ## i am 32 years.diabetic since 2011 .yesterday i visited my doctor after having the problem hypo symptom even at 95 reading in accu chek .doctor changed the dose of galvus and tribet 2 half with galvus met 50 annd tribet 1 .i have an query will both metformin content will lower my sugar levels or with symptoms .

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I have a small white pill with 10 on one side and a line possibility for cutting in half on the other side. No other markings. Looks like an Oxycodone 10 mg. Will you help me find out the name of this pill? Thank you ## @Justin430, I located two different pills that fit this same description of [white round, 10 on one side, scored on the back]: 1. Glipizide (10mg) - made by Accord Healthcare - used for type-2 diabetes 2. Hyoscyamine Sulfate (0.125mg) - made by Virtus Pharmaceuticals - used for GI disorders (such as irritable bowel syndrome) Hopefully one of these tablet's name or indications will help shed some light on the what it might be. Whereabouts did you get it from? ## White round pill 10 on 1 side deep score on the other side ?

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Found a round white pill with G and 10 underneath it.. Nothing on the other side. What is it? ## Hello, Gerry! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Ingenus Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 500mgs of Metformin. The FDA classifies this as an oral antidiabetic agent and lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain and hypoglycemia. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Could it be metformin maybe generic? Round whit tablet with a G and a 10 under G. Blank on opposite side? ## What is the difference between Metformin 1P178 (long white) and the G10 (round white) pills? Is the G10 generic? My husband started bleeding when he was switched to the G10 by the pharmacy.

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i have b taken for 2 week and my belly look like i going to blow out ## Hello Anita! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by Amneal Pharmaceuticals and they list it as containing 500mgs of Metformin, which the FDA classifies as an oral anti-diabetic medication. Bloating is listed as a normal side effect of this medication, along with nausea, dizziness, headache, flatulence and hypoglycemia. However, the good news is that side effects tend to be transient and go away, after your body gets used to the medication. You should see an improvement in about 2 more weeks, if not, please consult your doctor. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Does metformin work for people with high blood pressure and can anyone take it?

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For how long (in terms of years & months) can the tablet Gabaneuron / myelosafe + aldonil OD be taken by a patient of (non diabetic) peripheral (feet) neuropathy? ## I am non diabetic but suffering from peripheral ( feet) neuropathy . I am taking 1 myelosafe GB & 1 aldonil OD in the A/N after meals and 1myelosafe GB & 1libotrypp DS after dinner. For how long ( in terms of years & months ) I have to continue this treatment & what are the ill effects of long term usage ? ## How long can I take gabaneuron tablets? Can I continue taking them for one month? I'm suffering from sciatica.

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I have been on norspan patches 20mg for 18 months. I have ended up with tinnitus. could you please tell me how to get off norspan ## After 17 months of Norspan use I too concur regard tinnitus and its getting louder. BUT I have had "industrial deafness" for close enough to 30 years anyway and this constant screaming has been so much a part of my life I had all but accepted it. I am finding that the patches are only lasting me 5 days and not 7 as designed. I cannot take pills due to the other meds I must take for the heart valve and diabetes. Its some balancing act trust me. I am tired of it and would dearly like to find a different way to control my arthritic pain. My Doc has prescribed 2 sizes of patches and we are about to try 20ug first and a 5ug some 3 or 4 days later in an ...

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For controlling acidity ,which cause burns ## My sister aged about 75 years is suffering from diabetic & recently she had a mild heart attack . Doctors ruled out of surgery & advised medication 1. Ecosprin 150mg 0-1-0 2.Brilianta 1-0-1 3. Nikhoram 1-0-1 4. Ramozex 1-0-1 5. Carnivals 1-01 6. Astor 0-0-1 & insulin + Diabet tab Glycomet & Sitagliptin tabs. Pan doc was advised. However she developed vomiting & advised to take Pan D. When she takes pan d vomiting stops. How many days we have to adminter this what r the side effects ## This medication is used to help protect the stomach from excess stomach acid and to help reduce the amount of acid that the stomach produces. It also facilitates gastric emptying. The U.S. FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly inclu...

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My father is 87 years old has diabetes type 1 but well controlled. He is also bedridden because his thigh bone got fracture and joined with metal support 2 years ago. He eats less amount so we treat him with some cakes or fresh fruit juice which are not very sweet. But he could not eat well since 4 days ago after he relieved from sickness. He is very weak and bp is 136/65. Blood sugar in fasting is around 200. We live far from the city and rare to see doctors. The nurse from our town asked the doctor for this case and he gave cypro 2 tablets. My father could not sleep well also. Is it ok if he takes this medicine and I also want to know the dosage. Thank you very much. ## I am having problems with my sleep cycle. Although I'm very sleepy I can't get a good night's sleep. I...

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Anyone have any severe side effects? ## Hello, Rich! How are you? What types of side effects are you experiencing? The most common ones are listed as diarrhea, nausea and administration site reaction. Has anyone else used this? ## The only side effects I have gotten from Tanzeum are nausea, diarrhea, headaches and acid reflux which is causing me to burp. I am on 30mg once a week with 2000mg of metformin a day. It has been a month for me and it is not fun. My hopes are that my body will get use to the meds so the side effects will stop. I notice a HUGE difference and I think this out ways the side effects. I have lost 5lbs without exercise in 1 month. The meds curb your appetite and I have to force myself to eat because of the metformin. My blood sugar went from 200-300 range to now 95-1...

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I take 2 tablets in the morning at breakfast and 2 tablets at dinner time. I was advised recently to test my sugar 2 hours after each meal for beakfast, lunch and dinner. They said it should be under 140. I can not get under 141 after breakfast, it is usually around 220. Two hours after lunch it is usually below 140, even though i do not take any tablets at lunch. I have tried taking the tablets 1 hour before i eat breakfast and the results are closer to 140. The only time i show bad results is at breakfast. Can you explain whe i should take the tablets? Thank you. ## white oval pill with 600 on 1 side and Adams on the other. ## It is rude to hijack someone elses thread, next time please create your own post, in the CORRECT forum for a pill ID. Pill Image This is Mucinex DM Extended Rel...

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what is the normal dosage of gp 1 and its composition in detail when it will be use and side effects and indications and contraindications in detail ## Glycomet-GP 1 contains 1mg of Glimepiride and 500mgs of Metformin, it's an oral antidiabetic medication. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, flatulence and low blood sugar. The dosing can vary, depending on someone's blood sugar control, so you should take it as instructed by your physician. Learn more Metformin details here. Learn more Glimepiride details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Is it safe to take glycomet gp1 along with insulin shots?

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My wife is 2 months pregnant but today she got a fit and we went to doctor for check up he advise to hospitalized her and the other doctor told levtam 500. Is safe in pregnancy for a fit patient. After hospitalized she was on glucose and was not given food to eat as per doctors advised and also susten 400 capsule she is having. Just wanted to know hospitalizing her was required and also the above tablets mentioned r safe in pregnancy or not.

I have been diabetic for the last 12 years. My current age is 50 and U have been prescribed gemer-2 and tredaptive 1000mg/20mg. I am suffering from flushing and nausea. Is it because of this and since i need to control my sugar and triglyceride levels? Please help me. ## i need to control my sugar and triglyceride levels without being overwhelmed by side effects of drugs ## My husband is as well a Diabetic. I have not heard of the medication your are taking. He is now insulin dependent. When he found out that he was a diabetic they started him with Metformin, Invokana and Trajenta. He has also on a high blood pressure medication which had nothing to do with the Diabetes. Prior to him taking in food he does his blood to see how low/high he is with sugar. Once that is done the meter tells...

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My sugar level fbs is 144 and pp is 177. Give me advice about the medicine. regards Satya Narayan Mohapatra ## why metformin tablets given to PCoD patients ## My blood sugar level isbelow 110/200.no BP. I am taking glycomat gp1 in morning and maxformine 20/150 and glycomat gp1in night. Please suggest.

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