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Medications: Pills for Diabetes

I’m 12 years old. Three years ago my doctor found out that I have high blood sugar. My pediatric endocrinologist told me to take medication called Prandin. My parents told me not to take the medication right know before asking the Diabetes Team.

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I am 47 years old and last year I was diagnosed with type 2. I take Glucophage. I have no energy, and it is affecting my work. I just feel tired all the time. I am a mother of four, and this is hard for me. To top it off, my sex desire has left me, and my husband complains about it all the time. Is there any help for this?

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Does thyroid medication cause high blood sugars?

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My six year old cousin was just diagnosed with MODY. Can he be managed by oral drugs? If yes, which ones can be used?

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Our 13 year old son has recently been having ups and downs with his blood sugars: high during the night and waking up in the 300’s. His endocrinologist suggested Glucophage to give him better control until he starts using the pump. What are your thoughts on this?

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I have a problems with my periods, and I am wanting to have a baby. Have you ever heard of Glucophage making you more fertile?

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Within approximately two months of starting Amaryl, my friend had an episode during which she nearly swallowed her tongue. She has now lost control of the muscles in her mouth so that she has an involuntary reaction with her tongue. She has not taken Amaryl for about a year, but the problem has not gone away. Is this a common reaction to Amaryl?

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My HMO and my doctor are giving me contradictory information on Rezulin. My doctor says that there are no reported cases of liver damage beyond the first 8 months on, and that the numbers of fatalities are overblown.

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I have diabetes, and am interested in additional information on treatment and side effects of medication. Also risk factors for Type 2 diabetes. Would like to know what is the proper sugar level rating (what is too high and too low).

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