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Pills for Diabetes

I have just found out that I am four weeks pregnant. Is it safe to continue taking Glucophage XR during pregnancy? Are there any possible risks to the baby?

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I take metformin and have sticky stools. When I was off the metformin, the stool was okay and normal wiping was sufficient so I know it is the metformin. Is there another medication to use besides that?

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I have noticed that since I have been taking my diabetes medications, I tend to forget things more, have a hard time getting my words out and slurring of my words. Is this typical of a patient who takes Glucophage?

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After starting on Actos, my fasting levels went higher, and I read that Actos can make levels worse in some people. I lost 30 pounds, so my doctor is trying to have me gain weight, but so for to no avail. Is it possible the Actos caused my levels to skyrocket?

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If I check my blood sugar and it is high, can I take my medications (Actos and Starlix) without eating?

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If postprandial blood sugars are in range, but fasting numbers are slightly elevated, how would the addition of metformin help?

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My mom was just given metformin to take twice a day by her primary doctor and she has concerns about the side effects before she will take any. I have several questions.

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I have type 2 diabetes and can control my sugar until I eat, but then it goes high. I take Glucotrol XL, and my doctor gave me Starlix to take before I eat, but this has had no effect at all. I am aware about exercise, and, although I am overweight, I am working on this, and I am careful of what I eat. Any suggestions would be most helpful.

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Is it safe to give a child Actos?

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I have had type 2 for about two years and am taking Amaryl since I had gastric problems with Glucophage. My blood sugars are not completely in control. Are there any other medications or is insulin the next step?

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