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I am 53yrs and was diagnosed diabetic and put on Metformin for over a year .Due to my continues control on the sugar level this medicine was stopped and I was prescribed ZORYL1. In the year 2010 Dec I underwent Angoiplastry and put on cardiac related medicines i.e clopid 75mg, ramapril, Atrovastanin, ecospirin,Metoprolol. My sugar level since the past six months is coming out very eratici.e pp160to175 and fasting between 99 to 110 request advice how can the sugar levels be maintained. ## Have you consulted your doctor? And are you making sure to watch your diet and get plenty of exercise? Zoryl contains the active ingredient Glimepiride, which can help lower and control blood sugar, but it really can't do that job all by itself. You have to watch the sugar and fats in your diet to k...

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I would like this in a chemically pure form for research purposes. ## This website does not manufacture, nor sell anything, it is an information only website. I'm assuming you're referring to Epalrestat? Learn more Epalrestat information here. ## wish to know the effective treatment of diabetic neuropathy

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I am interested in buying glymat caplets 500 mg to treat diabetes. Would appreciate getting info on a supplier. ## I have heard that glymat is used to treat diabetes. I live in Jacksonville Florida, USA and I am unable to locate a source from which I can purchase this product. Any help would be highly appreciated. ## I'm sorry, but I can't even find a product listed under this name. Are you certain of the name and spelling? Learn more Diabetes details here. What do you currently take to treat your diabetes?

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would like to know the side effects from Byetta and how effective this drug is ## How will this drug effect my menstrual cycle? ## concerning Byetta shots- I have taken them since end of Oct of 05 and so far have lost 30 lbs. The side effects in the beginning are kinda rough with the nausea but you have to remember to eat within the hour of the shot and that will go away in time. ## as far as the effects on your menstrual cycle- I cant advise- I am a cancer survivor who is 40 yoa and had a total removal of organs at the age of 24. ## I have been on Byetta for 7 mos and have lost 50 lbs. My blood sugar has been so low that I went off the Metformin after the first month. My high sugar was only 249 though. My blood test last week showed my sugar is holding at 105 and I am cutting back on m...

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glyburide-metformin 2.5 500mg ACTAV glyburide-metformin 2.5 500mg AUROB Is there a difference in meds? ## No, they are the same medications, they have only been manufactured by different pharmaceutical companies, for instance the ACTAV is an abbreviation for Actavis. Learn more Glyburide details here. Learn more Metformin details here. Have you had problems with one of them? ## I was able to find the answer. The letters in question were to identify the maker of the drug.

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Sir i am taking Glycomet GP1 in the morming and one at night but my morning sugar leves observed as 124 please suggest ## I am BP and Diabetic patent. After taking the medicine passing few minutes I am getting reeling sensation why this type is happened please reply requestedi

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helps decrease numbness from diabetes ## What are side effects of Metanx and what does it do for you? ## Would like a print out on the medicine METANX ## Go to Metanx web site and you will find studies and Package insert. Here is Indication: Metanx tablets are indicated for the distinct nutritional requirements of patients with endothelial dysfunction who present with loss of protective sensation and neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Metanx tablets are indicated for the distinct nutritional requirements of patients with endothelial dysfuction and/or hyperhomocysteinemia who present with lower extremity ulceration(s). You will find everything else at web site. Hope this helps and good luck. ## Can this be taken while taking Chantix

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Imean rapid insulin n long effect one, Apidra, aspart,n the grey colour pen insulins? ## Well, you've already specified the differences. There are some that work fast to bring your blood sugar down, which means they also don't work that long in the body, so they usually require more frequent dosing or must be followed by one of the other ones. The long acting are exactly that, they last longer in the body to help control your blood sugar for a longer period of time. The problem with them, however, is that they can take a bit to start working, so someone's sugar may rise for awhile, before it starts to bring them down. That's why they're often combined with a short acting. Learn more Insulin details here. Are you diabetic and using insulin?

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Dr ordered Metformin HCL ER 24hr 500mG (OSM) and the mail order pharmacy is sending Fortamet.500mG Is there a difference between what the Dr ordered and the generic Metformin HCL ER 24 ?.......I know that Fortamet is a brand and costs much more than the generic.Metformin HCL ER 24 hrs.......Waht does the (OSM) indicate? ## The Fortamet is the same as what your doctor prescribed, it is just a name brand, rather than a generic. Learn more Metformin details here. From what I can find, the OSM stands for Osmotic, it is used to stress that you get a maximized extended release version, which is what the Fortamet is. Are there any other questions or comments?

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I take one Zoryl M1 twice daily. I want to know the generic name of this medicine and if there's any other similar alternatives available in India? ## I take Zoryl M1 twice daily as well. Please let me know the generic name of this drug and if there are any side effects? ## This contains the active ingredients Glimepiride and Metformin, so that would also be what the generic is available under. However, I don't know what other name brands for it may be in India. This is used to help lower and control blood sugar in people that are diabetic. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, weight changes, flatulence and hypoglycemia. Are there any other questions or comments? ## I have been diagnosed with diabetes and have been taking Zoryl M1 once daily before breakfast for the past ...

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white small round tablet with the letter G indented and a break line on other side of tablet ## There are two possible ID's I found for this pill based on the comments of other individuals trying to identify this same tablet. Neither of them are definitive matches, but depending on your possible reasoning for having the pill, you may be able to determine which ID more accurately fits. The first possible match is Glyburide (1.5 mg); used to treat diabetes. The other possible match was suggested by someone to be a veterinary drug, as they found it in a box of their dog's meds, but, reluctantly have never found out for sure what it may be. Do either of these appear to be a viable option based on your own experience or medical history? I hope this helps!

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I am 62 years old and am diabetic since 20 years. My doctor prescrbed me galvasmet 50/500, metffil vg2, novamix, mrtpure xl 50. I was treated for kidney stones in both my kidney's 9 months ago. Is this medication safe for me. ## In my honest opinion, no prescription drug is considered to be quote on quote "safe", as they all put patients at risk for a number of adverse or otherwise disabling side-effects that are often worse than the condition you're trying to treat. Not to deter you away from the meds you were prescribed, but if you're referring to type 2 diabetes there is scientific evidence that proves a low fat, high carb raw vegan diet can reverse and cure type 2 diabetes. If you are referring to type 1 diabetes, these eating habits may not reverse or cure the d...

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Is two 500 hcl metformin the same as 1000 er ## Hi tam, Not entirely. While the dosage certainly adds up to 1000mg, there is still a big difference between immediate release formulas and extended (time-released) formulas. The time-released tablets are more geared towards 24 hour - around the clock pain relief; while the standard immediate release tabs are said to be more ideal for short term pain management patients. Whether you take 500mg or 1000mg of Metformin, the time-release effect will always outlast the immediate release effect in terms of longer pain relief (although some patients claim the immediate release formula to have a stronger effect, since it hits you all at once, per say). I hope this explanation helps! ## Only if they are also time released, since you listed ER by the...

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I am taking a tablet of Galvus-Met 50/500 and Metride 1. These are very costly medicines and I am looking for some cheaper combination. Mydiabetese Type II is monitored as follows PP Blood 163.4 Fasting 96.63 Hb1AC 6.03 Pl advise. Will X-met be cheaper and equally effective. ## No, the X-Met only contains the active ingredient Metformin. Learn more Metformin details here. But in the Glavusmet there is Vidagliptin and Metformin and in the Metride there is Glimepiride and Metformin, so the X-Met is not an equivalent medication. Learn more Vidagliptin details here. Learn more Glimepiride details here. Have you tried controlling your diabetes with diet and exercise, so you may eventually not require so many medications?

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are m350 injectable? ## The pill in description marked M 350, is Metformin hydrochloride ER (750 mg). When you inject this specific pill, you're also getting the following inactive ingredients in your veins; which is very dangerous in my honest opinion: carnauba wax silicon dioxide colloidal magnesium stearate polyethylene glycol stearic acid Some people may have found ways to filter these out through various processes (i.e. microwaving, crushing, shifting, etc), but I'm just offering my own two-cents here and wouldn't recommend injecting something that should be taken orally.

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I can/T swallow the pill Janumet 50/1000 can this be crushed safely. ## As long as you don't have the time released formulation, which is called Janumet XR, then yes, you can crush or cut the pill to make it easier to swallow. Learn more Janumet details here. It is not safe to do so with the time released Janumet XR, because it may cause you to get too much of the medication, at once. Are there any other questions or comments? ## thank you for your answer, this will help a great deal

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Regarding Gemer 2. I have come from india for short stay.ai am running short of Gemer 2 for 1 week. Can i discontinue for shoerwhile or can i get it at bellvue without prescription/where. I am also takingTablet for blood pressure for last 8 years.I am 58 years old. Pl. advise me what to do in this matter. Thanks. Krishnan ## Gemer contains the active ingredients Glimepiride and Metformin and they both require a prescription in the United States. Learn more Glimepiride details here. Learn more Metformin details here. it could be dangerous to stop taking it and let your diabetes get out of control. Have you tried seeing a local doctor? Or perhaps going to a local hospital?

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uses and side effects ## Mecobalamin (Methylcobalamine) is a CNS or Central Nervous System Drug used in Peripheral neuropathy, and Diabetic neuropathy etc. The drug is also used for treating vitamin B12 deficiency, as it is a form of vitamin B12. That said, in the U.S. at least, since it is not a prescription drug, there is not really any spefic guidelines for its formulation and manufacturing process, though there are some recommended ones, but they are not required to be followed. This information, of course, can vary, depending on what country you are in. You can view more information about this pill by following the link below... The drug has certain side effects that can affect individuals in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are often associated with ...

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my doctor prescribed metformin 500 mg to take 2 tablets twice a day isnt that a bit much? also i am supposed to take a shot of lantus solostar no. 6 at bedtime both are supposed to be for my diabetes isnt this abit much/ ## No, there are people who are prescribed much higher doses, it really depends on how severely your blood sugar levels are out of control. If, at a later time, your blood sugar level has come down and is doing better, your dosage can be lowered, or if this dosage doesn't work, it can be raised even higher or other medications added. Learn more Metformin details here. Usually, someone is prescribed a higher dosage, at first, to bring their blood sugar down safely, but as fast as possible, because the longer it's elevated, the higher the risk of organ damage, ner...

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ive type 2 diabeties, recent readings fasting 154* and post lunch 277*, my medical practitioner advised 15 day course of jalra m 50/500 before breakast and glycomet 850 before dinner, what side effects are possible and will this combination work well to contral the diebeties efeectivley. ## Those are high readings, so some further treatment is necessary. Jalra-M contains the active ingredients Vidagliptin and Metformin. The Glycomet just contains the active ingredient Metformin. Learn more Vidagliptin details here. Learn more Metformin details here. Some possible side effects may include nausea, dizziness, low blood sugar and flatulence. These medications have been proven very effective at helping many people gain better control of their blood sugar levels, but the only way to see what ...

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