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Dear Doctor my mother is 64 and is diabetic previously she was taking Glutide CR 30 one tablet in the morning only and nothing during the day for the last 5years, recently the doctor changed the tablet to Gemer 1 this is effecting her in the morning when she take the tablet it makes her feels lathargic and as if slow down, only after 10minutes of taking breakfast she feels relaxed. kindly advice what to do. ## It contains Metformin and Glimepiride and when is she taking it? If she's taking more than a few minutes before she eats, that may be what's causing the problem as it could be causing her blood sugar to drop to low. She should take it just before she starts to eat breakfast. Learn more Metformin details here. Learn more Glimepiride details here.

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I take this cobination at breakfast & whithin an Hour or so feel very very sleepy. I am diabetic for last 34 years & my age is 72. I have really no other problems of any kind Please explain. ## How long have you been taking them? It's possibly just due to a side effect of the medications. Have you tried splitting up the times you take them? Learn more side effect details here.

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My husband has been on metanx for 4-5yrs,it has helped with neuropathy in feet,has any one experienced severe pain and swelling in hands as a possible side effect of too much B-6,long term use of mentanx ? ## Hi Karen, Does your husband work on the computer frequently? This is a common cause for pain and swelling in the hands, so I thought I'd ask. Interestingly enough though, I just checked the side effects of Metanx and common side effects include: Drowsiness; feeling of swelling of the entire body; mild diarrhea; numbness or tingling. That said, it could in-fact be that Metanx is causing those complications. Has he sought out any treatment options or decreased his use of the medication?

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AM 43 YEARS MAN AM USING GEMER 1 EVERY MORNING.I TAKE BEERS OF AROUND 5 LITRES DAILY AND MY FASTING READS 11 TO 12 MMOLS AND I DONT FEEL GOOD.CAN I INCREASE THE DOSSAGE? ## Gemer contains Glimepiride and Metformin, it is an oral antidiabetic medication that's used to help lower and control blood sugar levels. Learn more Glimepiride details here. Learn more Metformin details here. Have you consulted your doctor? You should do so, before adjusting the dosage to make sure it is safe and advisable for you to do so.

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dear doctor, what is the use of taking METATIME-1000XR and does it have any side effects. please reply. ## what is the use of metatime 1000xr tablate ## I am 25 year old married girl, I m thyroid patient my period is also irregular, i m suffering also continuously weight gain and infertility also.please help me . ## From the information I've found, Metatime XR contains the active ingredient Metformin in a time released formulation, it is an oral antidiabetic medication that is used to help lower and control blood sugar. Learn more Metformin details here. Ritika, have you consulted a doctor? Are you taking a medication for the thyroid issue?

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i humbly seek help regarding the med sleepasil. i am diabetic & been regulary drinking pioglitazone 30 mg before dinner & likewise taking my levemir determir insulin shots of 13 units before breakfast & 8 units before dinner. i think i have insomnia that is why i wanted to try sleepasil. is it alright to this med together with my diabetic med & insulin?

I am looking for help in paying for my diabetic meds. ## There is a savings plan for Victoza that has been provided by the manufacturer, you can find out more details on it by calling 877-484-2869. Learn more Victoza details here. They can also provide you with a list of pharmacies that provide an instant discount program on this medication. Do you not have insurance coverage?

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MY WIFE IS TAKINF JALRA 50 MG AND MATAFORIN TABLETS ONCE A DAY AFTER MEALS. PLEASE LET ME KNOW SIDE EFFECTS ## Jalra-M contains the active ingredients Vidagliptin and Metformin, these are oral antidiabetic agents that are used to help control blood sugar levels in people that are diabetic. Common side effects may include: nausea, appetite changes, flatulence and stomach pain. Learn more: Metaforin also contains Metformin, so the usage and side effects are the same as what I listed above. Are there any other questions or comments? ## i am taking endoformin g-2 and jalra-M 50 mg before meal every day also taking urimex -d for enlarged prostate as well as emylin -d for vitamin suppliments.my sugar level was 150 befoe meal and 200 after meal. is their any side effect on kidney .thanks ## Re...

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Hi,, I am chris, I am just a newbie here., but i wanted to share you something that maybe could change your life too., I was diagnosed with type II diabetes close to 4 years now.. I started taking my meds and was doing ok.. then I guess when I felt better I stopped taking meds. I would take them only when I felt really sick and like I first did when diagnosed. Over the years I was on different med...meformin, actos, and more others that I can't remember... and I was also on 70/30 humilin (sp) at the time. I would take a dose of insulin..My mom would always tell me u need to see a doctor. I was so stubborn and would not do so.. and then my friend referred me to his friend who is an Endocrinologist., I arranged a schedule for a visit and check-up. Im tired of follow-up check ups., I k...

I have just started Metformin XR. Right now I am on the what I have been told is the lowest dose, 500 mgs at night. My question is, how long will it before I notice change in my Blood Sugar levels? ## It should start having some effect within a few days of starting it, but it may take a few weeks to reach its full level of efficacy. Learn more Metformin details here. Are you also watching your diet and getting plenty of exercise? ## Thank you for your prompt response. I am going to look up the reply I received.RCRXE ## I am watching my diet and carb intake. Exercise, however, is minimal due to bad back. Also, I had major surgery three months and am just now able to move better without feeling stress and pulling on the inside of my abdomen. I had a 45 pound gastro intesteinal tumor remov...

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I just got my RX for metformin Hcl 500 mg. tablets. I am confused as to when is the best time of day for me to take it. Should I take it in the morning, or, at night before bed? Do I need to take it on an empty stomach, or, with food? ## Ideally, it should usually be taken in the morning, just before a meal, that way it has time to start working to help lower your blood sugar by the time your body starts digesting your meal. Learn more Metformin details here. Didn't your doctor or pharmacist provide any instructions? ## My Dr. said to take it in the morning, but, the printout that comes with prescriptions said to take with dinner. So, I was confused. It makes more since to take it in the A.M. Thanx for your input.

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side effects of Glynase MF ## irritable bowel ## ## Shall be thankful if side effect of the GlynaseMF is clearly brought out for taking preventive action against it Also please advise effect of daily consumption 90ml whisky will have any side effect with this medicine. ## How to take glycinorm M40? ## Is there any side effect of taking Glynase MF tables. regards asha ## When to take Glynase MF- before food intake or after? Kindly answer. ## I heared that medications priscribed for diabtese devlops bleader cancer, is it true.

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My husband started taking "diaformin XR" for half a month, one tablet twice a day before bed. But after taking this medication, he becomes sexual dysfunction. Before taking metformin XR, he is normal .My question is that "Could Diaformin XR (or metformin XR) make man with diabetes sexual dysfunction?" His blood sugar needs to take medication to be controlled, what other medication for type 2 diabetes does not have this sexual dysfunction side effects?? ## In this case, it's actually difficult to say, but it is actually more likely that the diabetes is causing it as that is very common in diabetic men. Learn more Metformin details here. There's a slight chance that it may be from the medication, but a very low chance. Has he consulted his doctor? What have his sug...

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Recently I had being diagnosed with a pre-diabetic condition, I am not diabetic but my doctor told me that If i am not take care of my health I will become a diabetic. I am afraid to take medicationse, is there a natural products that I can take to bring down the sugar? and what is the number to determine the diabetic person. ## No, there is no natural product that has actually been proven to help. However, what you can do is eat the healthiest diet you can and get lots of proper exercise. A good diet should be low in refined sugars and fats, which will help to naturally reduce blood sugar levels. It should also be high in vegetables and whole grains. The normal range for someone's blood sugar should be between 80 to 120. Learn more prediabetes details here. Has your doctor given yo...

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I resquest you kindly advise me I am suffering from my right leg joint pain since 8 years I am sugar patient also which is best medicine for my pain cartisafe D or free flex forte thanks for your"s coperation ## What's causing the joint pain? Have you had any tests done to determine the cause? Proper treatment really depends on finding a solution to whatever is causing the problem. Learn more arthralgia details here. What medication do you take for your diabetes?

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I've been a diabetic for the past 10 years. However, for the last six months I have been taking Gluconorm-PG2 twice a day. What are the side effects of this medication? Could it lead to water retention and stomach bloating? ## I am diabetic as well for the last 10 years and have been using Iscept forte tablets twice a day. Recently another doctor said that it would be better to switch to Gluconorm PG2. Has anyone else made the switch from Iscept forte to Gluconorm PG2? ## It's actually a very similar medication, but this one contains Glimepiride with the Metformin and both have been proven effective at helping to control blood sugar. Narisimha, have you consulted your doctor? This medication can increase flatulence, which may explain the bloating. And as to whether or not a swit...

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Does this medicine safe for patient with diabetis 2 suffering from neuropathy with long term medication? ## Is supraneuron safe on patients with diabetis when it comes to long-term medication? ## We at CaliforniaHealthPlans always advice our client not to take medicine without the prescription of a doctor, specially in diabetic cases. As some always saying, prevention is better that cure. ## What is the side effect of long term use of supraneuron tablets in diabetis 2 patients? ## Supraneuron is just a nutritional supplement that contains a complex of B vitamins. Learn more B vitamins details here. That said, too much of them can be dangerous, so you should check with your doctor or pharmacist, before starting them. But basically they are generally considered safe for most people, unles...

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Is it safe to use pioglitazone, metformin and glimipride together for managing blood sugar levels? ## Yes, they can be used together, though certain things do need to be monitored, so using all 3 is usually only done, when someone is having trouble lowering their blood sugar by any other method. But taking all 3 together does create the risk of experiencing severely low blood sugar, plus taking the Metformin with the Pioglitazone could cause fluid retention, weight gain and edema. Learn more Pioglitazone details here. Learn more Metformin details here. Learn more Glimepiride details here. Are there any other questions I can help with?

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is it safe for breastfeeding, my daughter is 28 months old/ 2 years and 4 months my doctor assured me its safe. ## i am diabetic type 11. i take diamicron 3 tablets of 30mg each per day. i find my sugar level is okay in the day, but towards the night, the effect of the drug seems to be going down, and sugar is more on the higher side. Can i take the medicine like two tablets in the morning and one in the evening to balance the effect throughout the 24 hours?

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a round tablet with GP 124 on one side and blank on the other side ## Yes, that is correct, this does contain 500mgs of Metformin, used to treat Type 2 diabetes. Common side effects can include: nausea, flatulence, low blood sugar and diarrhea. You can read more about the medication here: Do you have any questions? ## What is the difference between Metformin HCL 500mg (round tab with GP 124) and Metformin HCL 500mg ER ( oval tab with 142)?Is the first one not ER? ## what is the difference between Metformin HCL XR 500 and metformin 500mg tab sandoz? ## what is the difference between Metformin HCL XR 500mg tab and Metformin 500 mg tab Sandoz? ## I take 500mg of metformin for blood sugar-diabetes and biotin 5000mg for my very soft nails and weak hair. My ? Is are there any reaction to this...

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