Metformin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 29, 2021

For Female Infertility "I’ve been taking Metformin for 2 months now as I have PCOS and I am so happy I’m pregnant I also used the clear blue ovulation box as I’m so irregular but after my first period I’m pregnant so don’t give up - it really worked for me."

• JP35
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 17, 2017

For Insulin Resistance Syndrome "I am very cautious about new medications, but I started taking metformin 6 months ago (no cost at my drugstore) for impaired glucose tolerance and I feel so much better! It helped curb my appetite and I am eating much healthier - I have lost 15 pounds, due not just to the metformin, but also healthier eating and increased exercise. Another positive is that I have a decrease in the number of migraine headache episodes that I had before I started metformin. Again, a combination of meds and healthier lifestyle habits."

• RX sk...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 27, 2020

For Diabetes, Type 2 "My doctor put me on Meformin after telling him I am very sensitive to all RX Long story short I wound up hospitalized for Pancreatitis ,be weary of these medical doctors they don't listen or care PS his next recommendation was a diabetic drug that has a propensity to cause UTI I am managing with diet and exercise"

• G2G 4...
• November 21, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I'm a 35 yr old African American female with a long standing family history of diabetes. While I was devastated to get a diagnosis of diabetes back in August, I was determined not to let it beat me. My a1c back in August was 8.3 and after taking metformin 500 mg twice a day and watching my diet and regular exercise, I am happy to report that my a1c that was checked this month is 6.3. I had very few and mild side effects like mild cramping and diarrhea, but stopped having after less than a week. The medication works for me and I'm hoping to get my a1c even lower come next check. Putting the Beat in diabetes."

• Anonymous
• February 6, 2012

Glucophage (metformin) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been taking this medicine for a month today. I have seen a significant and favorable drop in my blood sugar however, I've never felt sicker in my entire life. Everyday since starting this I've been nauseous even to the point of vomiting. I find that I now have motion sickness and since I take public transport, I sometimes have to get off the bus to vomit. I always have diarrhea. I sometimes have fever symptoms, chills along with a feeling of being very cold, and terrible headaches. I've also become quite anxious, restless, and moody, which may be a side effect of these side effects. I've lost 12lbs and I find myself eating less which is awesome but I'm ALWAYS nauseous, which is why I have no appetite."

• Julz
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 12, 2019

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "***TAKE WITH FOOD IF YOU HAVE DIARRHEA **** !!!!!! At first this medication gave me such terrible diarrhea and other stomach pains, but then my nurse practitioner told me try it with a meal and omg its like I don't feel sick anymore!! Also try to take it with your biggest meal! I've been on it for about 2 months and a half & with a little diet and excerscise I've lost 15lbs !! I'm 5’3 started at 218 now 203 !"

• maryf...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• November 14, 2023

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I've been taking Metformin for 10 plus years now. It gets hectic when I eat too many carbs because the side effects are severe (but harmless). I found out I had B12, B1, and B9 deficiency due to taking Metformin and drinking too much coffee. It is something you need to have checked while on Metformin. I lose about 2 pounds a month and I'm slowly getting back to normal weight. I recommend Metformin to anyone who has the resolve to stick to a low carb diet. It works great."

• Anonymous
• May 5, 2011

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "I've been on metformin for 2 weeks now and am so happy with the results that it makes me want to cry. I've lost 6 pounds, I have my energy back and I'm just happy again. I feel like I'm back to myself after not being for the past 3 years. I would recommend it to anyone who suffers from PCOS."

• anahe...
• November 2, 2013

For Insulin Resistance Syndrome "Metformin they say makes you hyper-fertile. Yea, I agree. My hormones got a little wacky for a week or so. I've calmed down now and feel pretty good. I take the dose up slow, only one 500mg pill for seven days before adding one more 500 mg for another seven and so forth until I reach four pills a day. I noticed that without using any lantus that my blood sugar readings were lower. Not low enough however to discontinue the lantus. I noticed while on lantus alone I never felt all that chipper. When I started the metformin my moods improved dramatically and I became a much happier person. The diarrhea did not last long, but did return when I increased the dose. Getting used to the pils nowl and bowels returned to normal."

• Silve...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 5, 2012

For Diabetes, Type 2 "An excellent medicine. I had hyperinsulinemia and was consuming vast amounts of sugar daily to keep my sugar from dropping, then suddenly my sugar readings became higher and higher every morning. Diagnosed with diabetes. Was given Metformin, no more carb/sugar cravings, no more lows and highs, I have been taking it for 5 weeks and I have lost 15lbs. I had ZERO side effects. I feel GREAT!"

• ChapKat
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 16, 2016

For Diabetes, Type 2 "This drug can kill you. One of the worst reactions to a medication that I've ever experienced. Last Saturday, I could hardly walk out of a store as the muscle contractions grew worse and the pressure in my chest increased. And ER visit followed and a week later, I am still weak. It did not get out of my system in 24, 48 nor 72 hours. Watch this drug closely when you are given it for treatment, especially if you have already had physical symptoms that are similar to some of its side effects. And yes, I had the diarrhea, the spasms which ran up into my torso and the nausea but I tried working through it all. I could barely lift my arms last Saturday and I was in pain from my feet to the top of my head. There was no comfortable place"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 8, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I was dignosed with prediabetes about a month ago. Not sure how its helping my blood sugar bcause i havent been rechecked yet, but i have not had any bd side effects at all and have lost 5 lbs. Thats pretty goid considering i lost it over the holidays without even trying when i usually would have gained weight!"

• Matsi
• March 8, 2012

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "Before I took Metformin I had a unpredictable and agonizingly painful cycle, had a bad odor, and was growing facial hair. I was also diagnosed with borderline diabetes. The change between then and now is amazing. My cycle is regular and normal, I don't smell bad constantly, and my face is clean and smooth. The Metformin also controls the diabetic aspect, so I only have to take one medication for two diseases. My biggest side-effect is the diarrhea and stomach upset, which is compounded by my Irritable Bowel Syndrome. This is easy to fix by eating a meal before taking Metformin. Despite the gastrointestinal issues, this medicine has changed my life for the better."

• Diamo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 21, 2024

For Diabetes, Type 2 "Only been taking this a couple of days, so will come back & review after longer-term use. But just wanted to provide some reassurance for anyone who is putting off taking metformin because they’re in fear of the side effects. I’m one of those that’ll avoid medication, mostly in case they make me feel out of sorts mentally. However, 2 days taking these, there wasn’t anything like that going on at all. The only side effects I have are what I was warned about by my GP, i.e., slight loss of appetite, going to the loo a bit more (one bout of crazy diarrhea so far!)… some mini waves of slight nausea too but nothing that made me feel ill, though. I’ve been told this settles down in a couple of weeks or so. I feel so much better from taking them already."

• Dee
• April 28, 2014

Glucophage XR (metformin) for Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been taking glucophage ER for 4 weeks. The first couple of weeks it made me very sick. I was told this was normal and to try to hold out and the side effects would stop. They seemed to and then the dose was increased and I am sick again. It works really well to get my sugar down. Before I started it was an average of 146 or 6.7 for A1C Now the average is 101. Since it is working I am going to hold on for a few more weeks. I have been told that some people get used to it much faster than I have and some people take a few months."

• maymay
• February 16, 2015

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "My normal cycles are about 44-63 days. I started metformin January 12th 2015 at 500mgs a day with Imodium every other day for the first week. After the first week I start 1000mgs my period was January 5th then by February 6th I started again I haven't had a back to back cycle since 2007. Metformin is definitely effective in some females with polycystic ovarian syndrome."

• SashaQ
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2016

For Insulin Resistance Syndrome "I started a daily dose of 1000 mg Metformin about 3 weeks ago. I take 500 mg with breakfast and 500 with dinner. I have already noticed more mental clarity and energy, and a few pounds starting to come off. The first 2 weeks, I didn't have any negative symptoms (it was wonderful!!!) But now, as it is becoming more absorbed into my system, I'm having extreme nausea and dizziness. I supplement this with extremely large amounts of water and protein when I feel this way. It seems to help slightly and it eventually passes within an hour or so, but I'm hoping these side effects will pass when my body becomes truly adjusted. Aside from that, I'm very grateful for the positive effects of Metformin!!"

• 1001 ...
• January 13, 2016

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "I have sat here and read all your reviews. I was diagnosed with PCOS about a year ago to be honest haven't done much. I do have 2 kids. Why am i here? For those of you who want to have a baby you should try seed rotation along with your metformin. Pcos is a hormonal imbalance which the seeds WILL regulate allowing you to conceive. I have not started Metformin not until Sat but i do take my seeds regularly and have seen a decrease in hair growth (lighter eventually stopped) as well as weigth loss. I am not curently sexually active but i did recommend it to someone who was having trouble concieve and within 4 months they were pregnant. I am attaching a link so you can read further. Thanks and good luck to everyone!! Stay hopeful "

• FishNet
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 11, 2016

For Insulin Resistance Syndrome "I was prescribed Metformin 500 mg 2x/day for insulin resistance 5 weeks ago. I am down 15 pounds in a month (but still 85 to go) and have more energy to be more active in my daily life and energy to actually exercise (before I was always in pain and fatigued). I also am on a very strict diet of absolutely no carbs and low in fat/calories, so I can't be certain the success is due to Metformin. Also, this is the first time I have been prescribed meds for Type II diabetes so I cannot comment on how Metformin would be compared to, say, Invokana. However, I am pleased with it. This is not a magic pill for weight loss; I have also had to change my eating habits and level of activi"

• Jessica
• October 18, 2019

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "I am currently taking Metformin. I was prescribed it in June for PCOS. I am 23 years old. I can honestly say, I didn't get consistent with taking until September to now. I am currently on day 29 of bleeding (menstrual). I am kind of a mess emotionally and just want to stop bleeding. I take 1000mg a day metformin. Considering upping to 2000mg as the doctor recommended in the first place, it just took time to get my body to stop having the side effects. IDK at this point how I feel about Metformin. My acne has gotten wayyy better. That's one benefit. I just really need to lose weight. I also just want to stop bleeding. I'm just over it. It's starting to depress me. Thanks for letting me vent. I need friends who are going through PCOS. I could really use some support. For support group Google: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Support Group in drugs.com"

• Wendy
• March 4, 2016

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "After trying to conceive for a year , miscarriage and weird periods I was diagnosed with PCOS .. Doctor started me on 500 mg a day I'm currently 4 days away from completing the month, and I've lost 9 pounds! Literally without trying ! No excessive exercising or anything. I've not had any negative side effects. None. I have felt fuller and don't have the urge to eat all the time. I no longer crave sweets or greasy food. All my pms symptoms are completely gone! I don't feel like sleeping through the day anymore, I feel like I have way more energy, I feel normal again for once. I am so thankful that my doctor immediately diagnosed me and gave me this medication! He's going to up my dose to 1000 mg for the next 3 months, I truly can't wait!"

• Anonymous
• November 9, 2009

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I have been using Metformin for 3 months to aggressively treat my pre-diabetic condition. Together with a lower-carb (185-200 mg per day/1700 calories) I have lost 29 pounds. This is about double the weight loss rate I had on the diet alone. The only side effect I have experienced is a loose stool once or twice a week. Definitely a good trade-off! I am a 49 year old female, moderately active who has had a hysterectomy."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 24, 2015

For Polycystic Ovary Syndrome "I was dx'd with PCOS @18yrs. Didn't start taking metformin until 20 for 3years. I took 500mg 3xdaily. This med helped regulate my cycles and aid weight loss. 30lbs loss in less than a year. And best of all I was able to conceive. Now fast forward to 31yrs old and I'm now back on 500mg once daily to manage my symptoms and to keep the diagnosis of diabetes away. If you can get past the diarrhea, it's a great med that does help."

• nodoc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2020

For Insulin Resistance Syndrome "Had a miscarriage and went up 5 to 7kg in a matter of days. Then would diet and exercise to extreme and come down a 1 or 2 kg after many weeks then suddenly I'd balloon again 5 to 7kg. So just kept getting bigger. Docs kept saying diet exercise. Also had very hard stomach and bloating. Swelling in hands and feet. So bad couldn't wear shoes. Got put on Metformin. Didn't really change diet or exercise and dropped 4.4kg in 12 days. Am told miscarriage caused insulin spike. I am overweight and prior to this incident had slow and steady lost over 60kg but found it a huge slog. Lots of work minimal reward. I am not diabetic. My sugars are normal. All very odd. Any thoughts?"

• Allan...
• November 1, 2015

For Diabetes, Type 2 "I am on slow release metformin (1500 mg), & since changing away from the regular type,12 years ago I have zero loose bowels. You must insist to have a chance to try this much better version, if frequently bothered by the standard pills. Even more important, Please look up this fairly obscure nutritional cap...PTEROSTILBENE. It has proven to be a near miracle to free me from diabetes symptoms. I still take metformin, & only a doctor call put you on that med. But it works pretty darn well...but if you take METF along with PTEROSTILBENE, diabetes is largely controlled. Almost like a true cure...except you have to continue both. Pterostibene is found in the skin of blueberries, and a few other plant sources. I take 2 50mg caps,daily. Morn.& night"