Welchol, Upset Stomach, Diabetes

I was prescribed Welchol for type 2 diabetes. My fasting blood sugar went from the mid 200's to the low 100's. But it upset my stomach so badly I stopped taking it.I would really like to start taking it again because it is the only thing I have found that works for my diabetes. Does anyone have any suggestions on what to do to prevent stomach upset?

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Hello, Radar! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem you experienced.

Have you made sure to take it with a meal? The manufacturer suggests you do so, to help prevent the nausea. That means to take it, just as your eating, not before.

The FDA lists its other typical side effects as possibly including dizziness, headache and joint/muscle aches.

Have you informed your doctor? They may have other ideas to help prevent the nausea.

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