Diabetes, Type 2 Questions (Page 29)

Am diabetic type 2 and need to gain weight will this cyproheptadine help ?

Has Victoza poisoned me? I have never felt sicker. How long does this medicine stay in my system?

I had taken 7 days at .06, and 1 day at 1.2. I couldn't handle the horrible vomiting and nausea, so I stopped a week ago and I am sicker now. Horrible stomach pain, nausea vomiting. How long does this medicine stay in my system? Please help.

Has hair loss been a side effect for anyone taking Bydureon?

I have been on Bydureon almost 5 months! It has definitely helped cravings and decreased appetite. I have had a tooth rot under a crown very quickly and experiencing a great deal of hair loss!!!

Can you overdose on metformin?

I am on metformin 1000mg twice a day, but tonight I think I might have mistaken my metformin for my atorvastatin and took it 3 times. Will I be ok? Or do I need to call a doctor?

Tradjenta - How long do you normally have to be on the medication before it works?

I started the medication three days ago after switching from Januvia due to kidney function. I have had higher than normal A1C levels (200 and above). My normal readings are 100 - 150. I do notice that after I exercise, my levels go down to as low as 130. Is exercise a requirement for this... read more

Are Heritage metformin pills included in the recalls issued in 2020?

Are Heritage metformin pills included in the recalls issued in 2020? Only 1 of 5 companies were listed in the WSJ article.

Metformin and recall. What should I do?

I was prescribed by my doctor to take Metformin extended release 500 mg. Recently I found out it was on recall due to cancer enhancing chemicals through the NDC. The pharmacist insisted I'd be fine; however, due to my concern he claims he would give me another brand of metformin (still... read more

Does anyone have any bad side effects with Xultophy?

I am having to switch from Soliqua to Xultophy because my insurance won’t cover Soliqua any more. Long story but I was using the discount card and it went from me having to pay zero amount for four years to $400. I had no side effects from Soliqua and I know Xultophy has Victoza in it. I took... read more

Does Jardiance cause dizziness, unsteadiness when standing up, stomach upset and occasional vomit?

My doctor switched me to Jardiance. Lightheaded and dizzy after taking. Trouble with balance. Stomach upset and vomit up lunch 2-3 times per week.

Can I take fluconazole if I take metformin?

I have diabetes 2. Can I still take fluconazole?

Metformin and L-methylfolate interaction?

On the page with information regarding l-methylfolate it lists metformin as one of the potential medicines to stop or to talk to your health care provider before starting combined treatment with l-methylfolate with metformin. I was wondering why metformin is listed since I can’t find any info... read more

What are the side effects of Janumet?

For type 2 diabetes.

How to select a drug (medicine) for any patient?

As we know there are many drugs for same problem. So how we select any medicine from all medicines which SUITS THE PATIENT MOST. For example, my mother is having hypertension problem, so she takes metoprolol but sometimes BP increases abruptly, then other medicines are started like telmisartan... read more

Rybelsus - Is this drug kidney friendly when taking insulin too?

Is the drug kidney friendly and does it effect kidney transplanters Can it be taken with insulin as well?

I have terrible dry mouth what types of meds cause this?

I have diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, anxiety etc.