Not at all. I learned – as millions of people with type 2 diabetes have – that metformin doesn’t immediately lower your blood sugar. It can take four or five days to experience the full benefit, depending on your … However, after 1 month of treatment, a significant decrease in total, free, and bioavailable testosterone was observed in the metformin group compared with baseline levels (P <.05). No significant decrease was observed in the control group.”. Testosterone increases at first then drops after a month. IR usually needs to be taken throughout the day, SR is fine taken morning and night. Thank you! Definitely take it with a meal! Never on a empty stomach and try drinking lots of water afterwards! It can cause lots of stomach pain/ache for the first weeks to a month that you take it so take it easy. Thank you!Metformin is an oral hypoglycemic medication – meaning it reduces levels of sugar, or more specifically glucose in the blood. It is so effective that the American …Metformin makes people age more slowly. Example of research: "Emerging evidence indicates that metformin has favorable effects on health beyond those associated with improvement in glycemia. Observational studies suggest that diabetic individuals treated with metformin manifest a survival benefit even when …People on Metformin have reported having a green to yellowish color. If your stool turns a dark color, it's a sign of blood in your stool. never happened to me after 10+ years and going...only occasional diarrhea. Thanks for all the answers! This community is very helpful. I get the loose stool with it.Hi all, I’m 27 f in Australia with constant weight issue. PCOS since young and been on the pill since 16years old. I’ve had constant weight fluctuations, with the only thing ever working was a really strict Keto diet, which is not sustainable. I’m looking at Saxenda, Contrave and Metformin, or even a combination of 2. The studies he's done show that there are several things that have a significant impact on this kind of healthy longevity - including growth hormone, cholesterol, and mitochondrial peptides. He also suggests that metformin, a diabetes medication, could be a powerful tool for slowing down age-related decline. Hi Reddit, (to whom I owe the greatest of debts for the incredible support since my Type 2 dx.) ... Metformin is a slow/long acting drug: it has very little immediate impact on your blood glucose levels. So you can take it whenever you like: ...Many pharmacies like Walgreens sell safe drug disposal bags - all that is involved is putting the med into the bag with some water and the chemical provided, and then it is safe to dispose. Another option if you can’t find one through your PD or pharmacy. • 4 yr. ago. Give them to the pharmacy, they have safe disposal methods.I was put on Metformin immediately after being diagnosed with diabetes (assumed Type II) at age 32. A1C at 7.8, fasting glucose 200. After a week, it was increased to 1000mg per day. Dropped back to 500mg once in the morning per doctor's order after 1 month due to significant drop in weight and A1C. The first 5 months were constant anxiety.I was put on Metformin immediately after being diagnosed with diabetes (assumed Type II) at age 32. A1C at 7.8, fasting glucose 200. After a week, it was increased to 1000mg per day. Dropped back to 500mg once in the morning per doctor's order after 1 month due to significant drop in weight and A1C. The first 5 months were constant anxiety.Also PCOS and nondiabetic. The metformin is used to help regulate my hormones/cycles. It's been a godsend. Just make sure to know the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia- the meds main job is to help lower blood sugar, if it drops too low it can be dangerous- I've had an easier time regulating it with the protein on keto.Takeaway. Metformin is used to help treat type 2 diabetes. Mild side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, are common and go away with time. But, some … However, after 1 month of treatment, a significant decrease in total, free, and bioavailable testosterone was observed in the metformin group compared with baseline levels (P <.05). No significant decrease was observed in the control group.”. Testosterone increases at first then drops after a month. We hypothesized that metformin would augment elderly participants’ response to training. At two study sites, participants were randomized to metformin or placebo and all performed resistance training for 14 weeks. Ninety-four participants completed the study and results were analyzed per-protocol. DXA showed that lean mass increased overall ...Has anyone taken Metformin and had success with losing weight? I got prescribed metformin for my insulin resistance but I have been hesitant to take it. I have read a lot …I take 1000 in the morning, and 1000 at night. The metformin half life in your bloodstream will remain the same no matter what time you take it. The difference will be how quickly and how completely your body absorbs it depending upon if your stomach is full or empty. According to the FDA, it is absorbed slightly faster and with slightly higher ... The studies he's done show that there are several things that have a significant impact on this kind of healthy longevity - including growth hormone, cholesterol, and mitochondrial peptides. He also suggests that metformin, a diabetes medication, could be a powerful tool for slowing down age-related decline. I’ve taken 500mg of Metformin and Mounjaro together the entire time I’ve been on it. (Now on the 12.5 dose.) I’ve steadily lost 1 to 2 lbs a week and my A1C, cholesterol and glucose numbers are awesome! The only side effect I’ve had has been heartburn - other than that, I feel great. I'm on metformin and Mounjaro. Metformin's got a lot of possible mechanisms and we don't understand any of it fully. One interesting part is that it might work via AMPK which you'll be interested in if you listen to Rhonda Patrick.. Its biggest risk might be cognitive impairment: Metformin linked to increased risk of dementia and Parkinson's and Increased Risk of Cognitive Impairment …Patients treated with metformin lost on average 10-14 pounds (5.6% to 6.5% of body weight) compared to controls who gained 6-8 pounds during the same time period. What’s interesting is that the percentage of weight loss achieved in each individual was independent of age, sex, or BMI. This means that if you are …... metformin intoxication to validate this clinical ... metformin (4 to 8 g) and five were not ( ... Share on Reddit. Get shareable link. Other Actions. Hi! I just started metformin Wednesday, so we’re twins! I have a 2000 mg rx, but doc told me to start at 500, up to 1000, up to 1500, up to 2000 basically once the smaller dose felt comfortable. I took 500 on Wednesday and Thursday and had no real issue other than kinda what you described. Metformin does have some adverse reactions. Diarrhea, flatulence, vomiting and nausea are common early reactions but no more usual in t1 than t2. Vitamin B12 deficiency is another one. Some very uncommon serious reactions are megaloblastic anemia, lactic acidosis, and hepatic toxicity. Metformin will not cause a weight loss, it will merely make the fat loss possible. It's up to you to do dietary changes to lose weight. Look up in this subreddit what exactly to do, but basically - a lot of fibre and greens, 1-1.3g of protein per kg of body mass, some healthy fats (20g?), no carbs added if possible.Metformin is designed to help the insulin you are currently making, absorb into the cells. Since Type 1s make ZERO insulin, it’s a waste to take it. Type 2 benefits as their body still produces insulin yet struggles to process it, enter Metformin. Side effects included: extreme diarrhea, headaches, nausea, stomach pains, brain fog, a feeling of brain fuzziness (like pins and needles but sometimes sharper), and probably other things I've blocked out of my mind at this point because it was the worst month of my life. 14 votes, 30 comments. true. The studies he's done show that there are several things that have a significant impact on this kind of healthy longevity - including growth hormone, cholesterol, and mitochondrial peptides. He also suggests that metformin, a diabetes medication, could be a powerful tool for slowing down age-related decline. Apr 14, 2565 BE ... Metformin and prediabetes · Your doctor will tell you if you need to increase the metformin. I was on 500mg of metformin for awhile and it was ...Keto on metformin. I’m currently taking metformin (blood glucose lowering drug) to counteract weight gain from an antipsychotic drug that caused me insulin resistance. I’m five days on strict keto and have been feeling a bit fatigued and nauseous, mostly after eating high fat foods. I previously thought this could be keto flu and ordered …I had issues with low/zero appetite after starting Metformin. It got better gradually over a period of a few weeks and mostly went back to normal (except with fewer bouts of getting “hangry”/ravenous at the drop of a hat because my blood sugar had dropped).In the short and medium terms, Inositol has been found to be as effective as metformin (and in some studies more so) with less side effects. Not only does it help control blood sugar and reduce insulin resistance the way metformin does, it also helps reduce inflammation, lower cholesterol, improve egg quality, curb hunger and reduce sugar ...Metformin —> Berberine. My doctor switched me from Metformin (500mg bid) to Berberine (500mg tid) because I need to get my blood sugar under control and I cannot tolerate the Metformin (stomach pain, diarrhea). Only side effects from the Berberine (I’m on Day 5) are soft stool and peeing all the damn time. xxthelightxx • 1 mo. ago. Metformin is used to treat high glucose numbers, he might just be trying to lower his glucose to burn more fat. It has serious gut issues when imporperly used. UghAnotherMillennial • 1 mo. ago. It can also block b12 absorption in some cases. Bella_Climbs • 1 mo. ago. From what I've read, viewed and experienced, it's normally an incremental dosage. First week, 500mg, second, 1000mg, third to 1500 and fourth to 2000 with each week checking for adverse side effects reporting negatives to your doc. Regardless, always check with your doctor on dosages and side effects as well as interactions with currently ... 1. m540nightowl. • 3 yr. ago. The max dosage of Metformin ER in a day is 2250 mg and for regular Metformin it is 2500 mg. Most over dosages for any medication are usually well above the max dosage and max dosages are for a 150lb male. If you weigh to more than that you can usually take a larger dosage of just about any medication. I’ve taken 500mg of Metformin and Mounjaro together the entire time I’ve been on it. (Now on the 12.5 dose.) I’ve steadily lost 1 to 2 lbs a week and my A1C, cholesterol and glucose numbers are awesome! The only side effect I’ve had has been heartburn - other than that, I feel great. I'm on metformin and Mounjaro. Metformin and Bodybuilding. I was listening to a bodybuilding podcast and one guy was saying that he was taking Metformin during contest prep and it helped him stay full. Metformin is an oral drug used typically in type 2 diabetics in order to lower blood sugar by increasing insulin sensitivity and allowing more glucose to be used in the muscles. Oct 7, 2565 BE ... Metformin was a godsend for me, I was never able to lose weight before it, now I've lost 40lb over 10 months! I got nausea and diarrhea that ... anti-aging effect of Metformin is well established. you may want to take 500 mg daily if you don't have metabolic deseases. check your B12 or cobalt regulary since Metformin inhibits cobalt absorption. Fasting, Keto, and exercise provide the much of the same benefits, without the countless risks that Metformin has. The action of this class of drug, though reinforces the foundational cause of type 2 diabetes, hyperinsulinemia. Type 2s and pre-diabetics have too much insulin. The cells stop listening to it to take in glucose, so the pancreas makes more. This class of drug causes the pancreas to make even more. It’s a cheap drug.Here's what the ADA says: 9.7 Long-term use of metformin may be associated with biochemical vitamin B12 deficiency, and periodic measurement of vitamin B12 levels should be considered in metformin-treated patients, especially in those with anemia or peripheral neuropathy. B. Just recently diagnosed with PCOS and my Dr is putting me on Met, 500mg (ER) to assist with weightloss and PCOS symptoms. I am 5ft7 and 244lbs. I was on strict keto since January 2018 and all I could lose was 10lbs. Extremely frustrating. I would like to hear from people on 500mg and who are losing weight, with or without diet/excercise. However, after 1 month of treatment, a significant decrease in total, free, and bioavailable testosterone was observed in the metformin group compared with baseline levels (P <.05). No significant decrease was observed in the control group.”. Testosterone increases at first then drops after a month.We hypothesized that metformin would augment elderly participants’ response to training. At two study sites, participants were randomized to metformin or placebo and all performed resistance training for 14 weeks. Ninety-four participants completed the study and results were analyzed per-protocol. DXA showed that lean mass increased overall ...Advertising on Reddit can be a great way to reach a large, engaged audience. With millions of active users and page views per month, Reddit is one of the more popular websites for ...xxthelightxx • 1 mo. ago. Metformin is used to treat high glucose numbers, he might just be trying to lower his glucose to burn more fat. It has serious gut issues when imporperly used. UghAnotherMillennial • 1 mo. ago. It can also block b12 absorption in some cases. Bella_Climbs • 1 mo. ago.It’s not listed in the DDI section of the prescribing information (google paxlovid PI if you want to read it). I also know diabetics who take metformin who were prescribed paxlovid, so there shouldn’t be an issue, but check with your doctor to make sure they don’t have problems with anything else you might be taking. 3.Even ozempic and mounjaro have fatigue listed as a side effect along with a bunch more. Every single diabetes med except glipizde caused gastro issues. But glipizide caused extreme lows that knocked me out. I've been on metformin for over 10 years and it has served me well. It does take time for adjustment with any med.Nov 17, 2566 BE ... Metformin will mess up your guts don't be embarrassed. When I first went on it I had the soupy poopies something fierce. That's the unfortunate ... Just recently diagnosed with PCOS and my Dr is putting me on Met, 500mg (ER) to assist with weightloss and PCOS symptoms. I am 5ft7 and 244lbs. I was on strict keto since January 2018 and all I could lose was 10lbs. Extremely frustrating. I would like to hear from people on 500mg and who are losing weight, with or without diet/excercise. The action of this class of drug, though reinforces the foundational cause of type 2 diabetes, hyperinsulinemia. Type 2s and pre-diabetics have too much insulin. The cells stop listening to it to take in glucose, so the pancreas makes more. This class of drug causes the pancreas to make even more. It’s a cheap drug.Insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, obesity, fatty liver & the rest can be helped with lowering glucose. But nutrition & fasting is more powerful than Metformin. It does seem to help many people, but not so much if they have hyperinsulinemia & eat too often, eat too many carbohydrates.However, after 1 month of treatment, a significant decrease in total, free, and bioavailable testosterone was observed in the metformin group compared with baseline levels (P <.05). No significant decrease was observed in the control group.”. Testosterone increases at first then drops after a month.May 23, 2565 BE ... There is nothing bad about metformin, just that at a point, you will get sick of taking a pill, once or twice a day. One must do certain things ...Even ozempic and mounjaro have fatigue listed as a side effect along with a bunch more. Every single diabetes med except glipizde caused gastro issues. But glipizide caused extreme lows that knocked me out. I've been on metformin for over 10 years and it has served me well. It does take time for adjustment with any med.The most common side effect of metformin use is gastrointestinal, i.e, heartburn, gas, nausea, diarrhea, which to me are potentially unpleasant enough to preclude its use as a "longevity" drug in otherwise healthy people w/ normal blood glucose function. Still, metformin is one of the safer drugs to take, much safer than OTC NSAIDs.Keto, exercise, caloric restriction also pushes AMPK buttons, thus metformin might be redundant. Metformin inhibits both gluconeogenesis and ketogenesis, lowering both of your blood sugar and serum ketones. You might not notice the symptoms of hypoglycemia on keto, and it is unknown whether it is safe. 1. ZeroCarb.The other side effect is Metformin zombie, where one literally has no energy to do anything. Metformin is known to interfere with the B12 metabolism, but I don't know if that's the cause of the zombie effect. Yes, it has been reported that folks can take Metformin for awhile then the side effects return. Sil_Lavellan • 4 yr. ago.Metformin does have some adverse reactions. Diarrhea, flatulence, vomiting and nausea are common early reactions but no more usual in t1 than t2. Vitamin B12 deficiency is another one. Some very uncommon serious reactions are megaloblastic anemia, lactic acidosis, and hepatic toxicity.Yes. There are definitely case reports of metformin overdose resulting in severe lactic acidosis. Whether associated with hypoperfusion (Type A, like in septic shock) or other causes (Type B, drugs like metformin) significantly elevated lactate (>5) is independently associated with poorer outcomes. The mechanism as u/CycIizine has described.Even on Metformin+Jardiance eating low carb would still regularly cause my blood sugar to spike to 160-200 after a meal. It's been quite a while since I've had a spike over 160 since Ozempic. Side effects wise, I was having stomach pains with Metformin initially, but after switching to the extended release version those went away.However, after 1 month of treatment, a significant decrease in total, free, and bioavailable testosterone was observed in the metformin group compared with baseline levels (P <.05). No significant decrease was observed in the control group.”. Testosterone increases at first then drops after a month.Metformin may cut the risk of long covid, especially if taken early. May I share with you all this latest randomized controlled trial on metformin. Hopefully more good news to come in the near future. Locked post. New comments cannot be posted. The people in the study had obesity. There might not be a direct correlation, since … I’ve taken 500mg of Metformin and Mounjaro together the entire time I’ve been on it. (Now on the 12.5 dose.) I’ve steadily lost 1 to 2 lbs a week and my A1C, cholesterol and glucose numbers are awesome! The only side effect I’ve had has been heartburn - other than that, I feel great. I'm on metformin and Mounjaro. Oct 24, 2565 BE ... Metformin is not perfect and it's not a miracle drug. Exercise (specifically strength building) and low carb are going to be your long term best ...On 1000mg (2x 500 XR Metformin) and 1st week of 5mg Mounjaro for PCOS and insulin resistance. So far, so good, very mild side effects from starting 2.5 Mounjaro and 2000mg Metformin 4 weeks ago. Dr. had me stop all Metformin for weeks 3 and 4 of Mounjaro 2.5...weight loss plateaued those 2 weeks and the constipation …The reason is one of the main side effects is diarrhea, and taking with food will lessen this effect. If you find that you are not having issues with diarrhea while taking metformin on an empty stomach, then intermittent fasting shouldn't be an issue. That said it would be wise to monitor your blood sugars more frequently after you do start ...Metformin will not cause a weight loss, it will merely make the fat loss possible. It's up to you to do dietary changes to lose weight. Look up in this subreddit what exactly to do, but basically - a lot of fibre and greens, 1-1.3g of protein per kg of body mass, some healthy fats (20g?), no carbs added if possible.metformin helped with lowering my A1C a lot but didn't touch my weight i ended up continuing to gain more. my labs are all finally normal but im feeling more optimistic about ozempic because it helps with appetite and i think that's where i'm having issues. metformin helped with appetite for a bit when i started it but i would still end up being hungry about …Type 2. I wanted to share my personal experience with Ozempic vs. Metformin to see if anyone else has similar results. For a couple of years I'd been taking Metformin and had good results. In particular, with regular exercise, normal weight, and fairly strict control of my diet, I had achieved an A1C level of 6.4 as of December 2022.They are for blood sugar control. Higher doses of ozempic for weight loss are off label use, this is still a diabetic drug. Ozempic causes your body to release more insulin when necessary, but metformin makes your body more sensitive to insulin, thus bringing down fasting insulin and requiring your body to produce less of it to get a normal ...Yes, aging. If that's true, "wonder drug" might be an understatement. What is metformin? The history of metformin goes back hundreds of years. In Europe, the …However, after 1 month of treatment, a significant decrease in total, free, and bioavailable testosterone was observed in the metformin group compared with baseline levels (P <.05). No significant decrease was observed in the control group.”. Testosterone increases at first then drops after a month.Metformin's got a lot of possible mechanisms and we don't understand any of it fully. One interesting part is that it might work via AMPK which you'll be interested in if you listen to Rhonda Patrick.. Its biggest risk might be cognitive impairment: Metformin linked to increased risk of dementia and Parkinson's and Increased Risk of Cognitive Impairment …Metformin in prevention and treatment of antipsychotic induced weight gain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Varuni Asanka de Silva, Chathurie Suraweera, …Alternatives to Reddit, Stumbleupon and Digg include sites like Slashdot, Delicious, Tumblr and 4chan, which provide access to user-generated content. These sites all offer their u...Reddit's advertising model is effectively protecting violent subreddits like r/The_Donald—and making everyday Redditors subsidize it. Reddit has a problem. The website has always p...Reddit announced Thursday that it will now allow users to upload NSFW images from desktops in adult communities. Reddit announced Thursday that it will now allow users to upload NS...Metformin will not cause a weight loss, it will merely make the fat loss possible. It's up to you to do dietary changes to lose weight. Look up in this subreddit what exactly to do, but basically - a lot of fibre and greens, 1-1.3g of protein per kg of body mass, some healthy fats (20g?), no carbs added if possible.IR usually needs to be taken throughout the day, SR is fine taken morning and night. Thank you! Definitely take it with a meal! Never on a empty stomach and try drinking lots of water afterwards! It can cause lots of stomach pain/ache for the first weeks to a month that you take it so take it easy. Thank you!Takeaway. Metformin is used to help treat type 2 diabetes. Mild side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, are common and go away with time. But, some …I do take it in the evening, so if my body wants to flush out anything (and sometimes it does) it’s not really a problem. I did start with 1000mg and worked my way up to 2000 mg though. Keeper504. • 1 yr. ago. Yes the extended release has been better for myself. I actually take Janumet XR (Januvia/Metformin XR).Apr 20, 2565 BE ... The dark side of metformin · Metformin increases lactic acid levels at rest. · Metformin blunts some of the beneficial responses to exercise (&nbs...The other side effect is Metformin zombie, where one literally has no energy to do anything. Metformin is known to interfere with the B12 metabolism, but I don't know if that's the cause of the zombie effect. Yes, it has been reported that folks can take Metformin for awhile then the side effects return. Sil_Lavellan • 4 yr. ago.I've read that metformin can be used to treat Pre-diabetes and insulin resistance. The literature is promising as I have reviewed many studies posted online. While the ADA actually recommends this as a treatment, the FDA has not approved any drug for IR / Pre-diabetes. The information is largely split down the middle (pro/con) on the subject, I ...Metformin is not a direct route to increase fertility. It does help regulate your insulin which may result in a higher chance of pregnancy. I've been on it since 2015 and nothing hashappened to me expect a couple of stomach emergencies. Do your best to keep your blood sugars stable, inflammation down, and hydrated.The reason is one of the main side effects is diarrhea, and taking with food will lessen this effect. If you find that you are not having issues with diarrhea while taking metformin on an empty stomach, then intermittent fasting shouldn't be an issue. That said it would be wise to monitor your blood sugars more frequently after you do start ...
Was also told it's short term side affects as well. Hopefully if it is the metformin you can get on something else, if not then I hope you'll find your answers. 2. jaimegfx. • 6 mo. ago. I mean flew season is starting maybe you actually have the flu 🤷🏽♂️. -1. r/diabetes.. Double decker pontoon boats
Many pharmacies like Walgreens sell safe drug disposal bags - all that is involved is putting the med into the bag with some water and the chemical provided, and then it is safe to dispose. Another option if you can’t find one through your PD or pharmacy. • 4 yr. ago. Give them to the pharmacy, they have safe disposal methods.I have a shit tonne of energy. Abdominal pain is listed as a side effect. Some people just can’t adjust to metformin. You may need a combo drug or ask about Forxiga. I took that (I’m now in a combo forxiga/metformin) and it worked well for me. (FTR I …Berberine seems better for directly working on increasing insulin sensitivity, which then helps lower blood sugar indirectly. Metformin on the other hand seems to lower blood sugar better than berberine, though it may not be as good at increasing insulin sensitivity directly. I still feel low key hunger on metformin, though it's still better ...Learn about metformin, a medication for type 2 diabetes that improves insulin sensitivity and lowers blood sugar levels. Find out how it works, its benefits and risks, … After four months of diet and exercise I had lost 13 kg and was no longer prediabetic, so she took me off metformin. I continued to lose weight (15 more kg) unmedicated with normal sugar levels and controlled PCOS. I do believe that metformin helped me in the first part of my journey by managing my insulin resistance. Undervalued Reddit stocks continue to attract attention as we head into the new year. Here are seven for your perusal. Tough economic climates are a great time for value investors ...It took me a few months off metformin plus weekly B12 injections to get my levels back to normal. I feel so much more energized and alert now. shamanixx. • 6 yr. ago. Now that you mention it, I really do remember experiencing brain fog the year I was on Metformin. Its crazy to see this thread!Metformin in prevention and treatment of antipsychotic induced weight gain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Varuni Asanka de Silva, Chathurie Suraweera, …Reddit announced Thursday that it will now allow users to upload NSFW images from desktops in adult communities. Reddit announced Thursday that it will now allow users to upload NS... Metformin corrects the way your body reacts to insulin. Diet changes were only half that equation. A double blind study had a group of people eat the exact same diet. Half got Metformin, half got the placebo. After 24 weeks the Metformin group lost an average of 17.5 pounds per person more than the placebo group. Metformin corrects the way your body reacts to insulin. Diet changes were only half that equation. A double blind study had a group of people eat the exact same diet. Half got Metformin, half got the placebo. After 24 weeks the Metformin group lost an average of 17.5 pounds per person more than the placebo group. It's been like that for about 18 years until I started Metformin and then it's just gone. Same with the acid reflux. It just got worse and worse and right before I started Metformin I'd wake up in the middle of the night with acid in my throat, and have to cough it out for like 30 minutes.Here's what the ADA says: 9.7 Long-term use of metformin may be associated with biochemical vitamin B12 deficiency, and periodic measurement of vitamin B12 levels should be considered in metformin-treated patients, especially in those with anemia or peripheral neuropathy. B.Metformin was then used in a separate study to achieve the same effect without the need to fast. A human study used a small sample with a 7 day fast and reviewed 6 months later also showing positive results. Clemastine has shown improvement in ocular health in MS studies - which indicated remyelination at doses of 5.3mg daily.Alternative to metformin, preferably injectables. Prediabetic. Hi all, I was just diagnosed with pre-diabetes, and after a week on Metformin I can't tolerate it. The acid reflux was getting better until last night, when it came back with a vengeance, along with really bad nausea, stomach pain, a terrible metallic taste and a sore tongue (which ...Reddit, often referred to as the “front page of the internet,” is a powerful platform that can provide marketers with a wealth of opportunities to connect with their target audienc...The literature suggests Metformin is a useful, simple option for antipsyhotic induced gain weight. My question is, do you use it in your practice? And if so, when do you start it? When you notice the patient is gaining weight or preemptively when you initiate an antipsyhotic known for this? (eg. olanzapine) Sort by: Add a Comment.Apr 7, 2565 BE ... single. symptom., and the biggest being that it immediately fixed my amenorrhea. It lowered my sugar cravings (although the effect was stronger ...For example, one could take metformin to moderate the BG numbers while continuing to eat carbs/sugar just worsening an insulin sensitivity problem and the descent into a worsening problem. Or one could take it along with proper diet and exercise to keep BG numbers very nice and low which probably at least increases the odds of not sliding further. • 7 yr. ago. Google "metformin moment" some folks can not be more than 30 seconds away from a toilet. Some folks also find that metformin seems to destroy B12. Long term they have absolutely no energy to do anything. It's like a severe mental depression. Injecting B12 seems to help, but as you can guess, if you don't know that's the problem. . . .