Metformin

Anti-aging Drug
I've been hearing stories about people over 40 in the US taking metformin as an anti-ageing strategy. My source is pretty informal, though, and I've been wondering if anyone here knows more about it. How much are people taking? And what for, exactly? Thanks to everyone, James There is an inte...
Filed in Glucophage ~ Last Updated: Tuesday, 6/7/2005 11:44:25 PM ~ 1 Reply

Apo850
metformin 850
Last Updated: Saturday, 11/3/2007 9:42:28 AM

Avandaryl 4/1
I have just started this along with my usual rx for metformin 500 and the Dr. also started me on Byetta 10, I am having severe bloating and gas and it all smells like chemicals . can anyone tell me if this is normal? I have been nauseated also. Today is my 4th day of these new rx's. It is hard t...
Filed in Avandaryl ~ Last Updated: Wednesday, 2/7/2007 7:20:23 PM ~ 1 Reply

Avandia
I've been on Metformin for 9 months and have gained weight even though it is suppose to help lose weight. Has anyone else had this problem and/or does avandia help? Yes, I have gained everything back that I had worked so hard to lose, 15 lbs. My doc says it isn't the Avandia, but you can't convince...
Filed in Avandia ~ Last Updated: Friday, 2/24/2006 2:14:17 PM ~ 3 Replies

Ciprofloxacin Interactions
Can I take ciprofloxacin at the same time with Lisinopril or Amlodipine and Metformin? Can I also take it so minutes before I take Slo Niacin and Soy Isoflavones in the evening?
Filed in Ciprofloxacin ~ Last Updated: Thursday, 9/3/2009 10:09:20 AM

Clopid During Angiography
I want to know whether Clopid is to be taken before the procedure of Angiography, if the patient is taking, Ecosprin, Natrilix, Metformin 500 mg, Artovas, Losartan, Aldamine . My mother is 63 yrs and is due for Angio on 26 mar 08.
Filed in Clopidogrel ~ Last Updated: Tuesday, 3/25/2008 1:34:49 AM

Contraindications Of Anglucid
metformina
Last Updated: Friday, 2/20/2009 4:08:23 PM

Creatinine Serum
my creatinine has always been normal. The result from 7/1/09 was 1.14. I am a type 2 diabetic with mild-mod hypertension. I take metformin 1000 twice daily, byetta 10 mcg twice daily, diovan 160/12.5 in the am and diovan 80 mg at night. I am really concerned about this sudden rise in my creatinin...
Last Updated: Thursday, 7/2/2009 7:43:33 AM

Difference Between Regular And Er Extended Release
I was taking metformin er and when i got a new doctor the perscription was refilled as just metformin. What exactly does extended release mean and how it differs from non er. Thanks. The extended release tablets releases the medication over a 12 hour period, whereas the regular metformin releases al...
Filed in Metformin ~ Last Updated: Friday, 5/22/2009 9:29:28 PM ~ 3 Replies

Different Number On Drug
The last Metformin we received had 43 31 on the pill. Before that is said 93 48. The new pill is not working. Manufactre is Teva. Any suggestions? Does the 4331 pill have an hourglass logo in front of 4331 and 500 on the other side? If so this is Metformin 500 mg. The 93 48 pill, 93 on one sid...
Filed in Metformin ~ Last Updated: Tuesday, 9/15/2009 4:37:05 PM ~ 3 Replies

Drop In Glucose Level When I Miss Perscribed Dose
On two occasions I forgot to take my perscribed metformin at dinner time (3- 500 mg HCL ER). With in 2hrs. my glucose level dropped very low and had to get sugar into my system.. Why? Please if any one can help with this it would be appreciated Thanks.Also I take 1- Glipizide ER 5mg. first thing in ...
Filed in Metformin ~ Last Updated: Monday, 8/24/2009 7:46:09 PM

Drug Mixture
i am currently receiving chemotherapy, can i take my diabetes meds metformin and amlodipine and lisinispril plus a cholesteral pill all together? This is something you need to speak to your doctor or pharmacist about.
Filed in Amlodipine ~ Last Updated: Wednesday, 11/12/2008 8:34:40 AM ~ 1 Reply

Elevated Liver Function
will atenonal,liprosil or metformin cause you to have elevatd liver function test? my doctor wants to do ct scans that are very costly and do not have insurance to cover this. i understand ibeprofen and some medications do
Last Updated: Wednesday, 6/24/2009 5:56:58 PM

Glyberide
Anyone taking this drug or HAS taken this with metformin.I would appreciate feedback.Thank You,KH
Filed in Glyburide (micronized) ~ Last Updated: Saturday, 4/5/2008 6:23:49 AM

Headach Stomach Pain
my sugar is better than it's every been. i eat and i have pain after i take the metformin it's like my body is rejecting it help me understand . doctor say that's ok but i am a 41 year old man with afamily i need help...........
Filed in Metformin ~ Last Updated: Friday, 4/21/2006 4:35:00 PM

Junovia
metformin There are a couple options to find what you are looking for. First there is a med called Januvia - this contains the active chemical Sitagliptin Phosphate and treats Type 2 Diabetes. As far as Metformin goes there are a number of other brand names, one of which is Janumet (containing...
Last Updated: Tuesday, 7/3/2007 6:49:22 PM ~ 1 Reply

Junuvia
Prescriped for diabetis type 2 with actos. I was looking to gain weight with a different drug than metformin. Most of the side effects are the same as they are for Metformin, except for nausea and cold symptoms, which were more prominent with Januvia. Weight gain, however, is not a typical side...
Last Updated: Monday, 7/21/2008 11:06:23 AM ~ 1 Reply

Pepto Bismol And Frequent Urination
Why is it that taking pepto bismo causes me to have frequent urination just about every hour at night time? I also take Lipitor, Avapro, Metformin, Januvia and Actos.
Last Updated: Sunday, 8/23/2009 8:58:26 PM

Side Effects
what are the side effects of metformin Metformin caused big diarrhea problems for me and I stopped taking it.
Filed in Metformin ~ Last Updated: Thursday, 2/23/2006 7:47:13 AM ~ 1 Reply

Side Effects
I find aprox. 20 to 30 minutes after taking Glucophage or Metformin I am extremely hot as in bad hot flashes and I am wondering if this is happening to anyone else Hmm.. I Feel Fine During My Dosage. Any Other Unusual Side Effects Your Having??
Filed in Glucophage XR ~ Last Updated: Saturday, 1/3/2009 7:07:19 AM ~ 3 Replies

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