Diabetes, Type 2 Questions (Page 22)

Differences in Glipizide ER and XL?

I was on Glipizide ER and had excellent blood sugar control. I was switched to Glipizide XL and even though I eat the same things my blood sugar is often over 200. Aren't this drugs the same?

I mistakenly took almost a double dose of my bedtime levimir injection. What should I do?

I take 90 units at bedtime. In two separate shots 80 units and 10 units. I was not paying attention and injected over units on the second shot. I'm a little nervous about going to bed

How many Lantus SoloStar pens 100 Units/mL at 70 units a day be needed for a 90 supply?

After soaking a metformin tablet in water for 12 hrs in a glass why is it still whole ? I cut it?

in half and the medicine is still in there. whoever said, "your still getting your medicine even if you are pooping the tablet is wrong

How sick does Victoza make you when you start?

Hi, my doctor has given this to me over a week ago starting at .06mg, and I have been too afraid to try it. I can not stand having an upset stomach, or nausea so I have been holding back. I would love to lose weight, and more importantly, get my numbers under control. Is it intolerable? When is it... read more

Will neurontin and gabapentin help with numbness in fingers due to diabetic nerve damage?

I am experiencing numbness and tingling in both my hands, more concentrated on the right, especially the middle finger tip. This is due to diabetes. I have been experiencing this for a few weeks now. It isn't horribly painful, but it is uncomfortable. I will see my doctor this week. Would... read more

Victoza - How long did your side effects last?

I have been on Victoza 1.8 mg for about a month now. This has been one of the worst months I’ve had. The nausea, lethargy, and egg burps are terrible and 24/7. I have even awakened to an upset stomach multiple times during the night only to burp and fall right back to sleep. No weight loss and my s... read more

Are there any class action lawsuits involving Trulicity?

I just received a letter from Eli Lilly telling me that they understand I have prostate cancer while taking Trulicity? They want me to give them permission to contact my doctor.

I have taken Xanax for all over body itch. Can Klonopin give me the same relief? I am diabetic?

I have fibromyalgia, hypothyroidism, and type 2 diabetes. I have an all over body itch that is driving me insane, and making my life unbearable. I've been looking for relief of this itch for 13 years. So far only Xanax has given me relief. Does anyone know if I can get the same relief from... read more

Bydureon - When do the hard lumps finally go away? Is there a way to avoid them?

Am I injecting myself incorrectly?

Chronic cough lisinopril and atorvastatin?

In June my doctor prescribed metformin (750mg), atorvastatin (10mg) and lisinopril (2.5mg). It is now October and I have developed a debilitating chronic cough. Literature I've read points to both lisinopril and atorvastatin as causes. Are there alternatives I can take to eliminate the cough?

Trulicity - How do I stop the side effects of Trulicity? My doctor put me on 1.25mg once a week.

I have only taken one time and have been sick going on 6 days. I'm not going to keep taking medication. Is there anyway to stop the side effects ? How long will one dose keep me sick with terrible nausea and vomiting can't eat? What, if anything, can stop the medication from making me very sick? I... read more

How long does it take to get Trulicity out of your system?

I have only taken one injection (0.75 mg) of Trulicity 6 days ago and have been sick since day two - nausea, headache, lethargic. I will NOT be using it anymore. How long does it take to get out of your system? I wan't it gone!

Rybelsus - When to take this medication to help prevent nausea?

I need to know when is the best time to take it. I cannot tolerate nausea but am willing to take Zofran to stop it. I am a school bus driver and cannot just go to the bathroom when I want.

Bipolar, medication, libido and recreational drugs?

I am bipolar type 2 and don't like being highly medicated. I'd rather just take something for anxiety if I could get away with it. My question is what recreational drugs are blocked by bipolar medications such as Abilify (antipsychotic), lamotrigine (anticonvulsant) and clonazepam (antianxiety)?... read more