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I'm Learning...(Diabetic RX's)

Jackhound Mom — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 00:55:59 GMT

Forgive my spelling. Levimer gave me horrible taste & smell. Bad breakouts on my face which I have never had , I'm 64. My hair fell out for the first time ever. I was starving all the time.

Today my doctor had me try a sample of Triceba in the office made by the same company. On the way home the taste & smell were back along with a terrible sore throat and tounge. I called the company about both meds but today I ASKED if this was a common side effect. It was but is not mentioned on anyinfo I have read.

I never cry unless there's a death but that went out the window today. I feel like 50 miles of bad road and have other painful health problems.

The worst part is I called my doctor's office and his answer was "stay on it for 2 weeks." I politely refused.

This is not a cry for sympathy, I just needed to vent and let others that may have similar problems know they are not alone.

Thank you and good health to all,

Cathy

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cherry — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 00:59:32 GMT

Have you tried metformin?

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Jackhound Mom — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 01:31:03 GMT

That was my first try. GI problems... Thank you for the suggestion and I hope it works for you.

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Daysdee — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 01:35:40 GMT

It's not without problems too, but I'm on Janumet (Januvia/Metformin combined). My numbers are good. Been on it for years.

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emmysmom — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 01:39:58 GMT

@Jackhound Mom wrote:
Forgive my spelling. Levimer gave me horrible taste & smell. Bad breakouts on my face which I have never had , I'm 64. My hair fell out for the first time ever. I was starving all the time.
Today my doctor had me try a sample of Triceba in the office made by the same company. On the way home the taste & smell were back along with a terrible sore throat and tounge. I called the company about both meds but today I ASKED if this was a common side effect. It was but is not mentioned on anyinfo I have read.
I never cry unless there's a death but that went out the window today. I feel like 50 miles of bad road and have other painful health problems.
The worst part is I called my doctor's office and his answer was "stay on it for 2 weeks." I politely refused.
This is not a cry for sympathy, I just needed to vent and let others that may have similar problems know they are not alone.
Thank you and good health to all,
Cathy

This makes me so angry...! You go ahead and vent...u shouldn't take this new drug. My pharmacist is always honest w/me about side effects. Do u have one that you can talk too?? Can u take insulin?? Lantus?? I would call and ask your pharmacist tomorrow. I was very sick on metformin and my pharmacist suggested I quit. Thank God...I was losing so much weight and in constant pain. I am SO sorry you're going through this! Telling you to take something for 2 weeks thats making you sick, makes no sense! Maybe you need a new doctor! I have a very compassionate doctor..she wanted to change me to a different drug...I forget what it was..but I told her why?? When I was doing so well on the Lantus. She agreed. I worked for doctors for many years...and they don't intimidate me...they're just people like you and me!

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Catty2 — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 01:43:29 GMT

I hope you will find a med that works for you. Take care and feel free to vent anytime.

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butterfly123 — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 04:32:03 GMT

@Jackhound Mom

Oh no, I’m sorry to read about your medication issues or should I say your mean doctor. This angers me also. I have had doctors that didn’t read my allergy list and I ended up in the hospital.

I hope your neighbors, friends, pharmacists will help you find the right medication and doctor for you.

Your DH and Scooter are probably worried for you also.

Love and hugs beautiful,

🦋

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cherry — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 11:20:44 GMT

@Jackhound Mom I did have problems with metformin, and I switched to ER and take 1/2 the dose I used to. It still gave me problems

I have gastritis, and took everything under the sun to feel better. I started taking probiotics about a month ago. It is called goodbelly. After the third day, I could burp again, and I haven't been able to do that in 2 years

I also watch my diet, and don't have things like diet pop, and many other things, that upset my stomach, Dr Axe has a list of things ,not to eat ,on his website

I am not saying it will cure your problem, because it cured mine, but, it might be worth looking into

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Jackhound Mom — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 11:29:24 GMT

@cherry Thank you so much for your suggestion! I will definately look this Dr. up. I am glad to know you have found a solution to your problem. I think I will have to find my own also , but I will take the advice given here and pursue another doc, talk with pharm, and revamp my diet.

@butterfly123Hello long time friend! You are the best and could give lessons in loving friendship Thank you @butterfly123

Thank you everyone and I wish you all good health.

Your cyber friend, Cathy

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Jackhound Mom — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 11:32:26 GMT

@emmysmom I'm so glad your doctor listened to you! Glad you are doing well and I appreciate your thoughtful post. These do help me and others

May your good health continue,

Thank you so much, Cathy

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Jackhound Mom — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 11:34:02 GMT

@Catty2 wrote:
I hope you will find a med that works for you. Take care and feel free to vent anytime.

Thank you for your kindness and I hope I can support you and others like you did for me today!!!

Blessings to you & your loved ones,

Cathy

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cherry — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 11:35:30 GMT

@Jackhound MomI would go to an endocrinologist, rather than a PCP ,if possible

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Jackhound Mom — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 11:36:53 GMT

@Daysdee wrote:
It's not without problems too, but I'm on Janumet (Januvia/Metformin combined). My numbers are good. Been on it for years.

Yea, you found your solution! I am truely happy for you and thank you for saying what works for you. Thank you for letting us know and enjoy continued health!

Cathy

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Jackhound Mom — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 11:42:44 GMT

@cherryYes I will have to try another. Last year DH & I sat down with one who switched me from Lantis to Levimer. She is 2 hours away and round trip was a 7 hour day with our dog. Our new hospital is bringing in specialists so fingers crossed for this.

Thanks again @cherry

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mimomof4 — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 11:43:08 GMT

You have every right to vent. Keep fighting for yourself and if you don't feel comfortable taking a medication - don't let a dr bully you into taking it. There has to be something out there that will work for you.

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sidsmom — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 14:03:16 GMT

@Jackhound Mom wrote:
@cherry Thank you so much for your suggestion! I will definately look this Dr. up. I am glad to know you have found a solution to your problem. I think I will have to find my own also , but I will take the advice given here and pursue another doc, talk with pharm, and revamp my diet.

@Jackhound Mom

Since you mentioned ‘revamp my diet’, I suggest (like other

suggestions mentioned here), that you read Dr. Neal Barnard’s,

‘Program for Reversing Diabetes.” If you are like me, you want to

read everything you can get your hands on. And anyone will say,

an educated decision is always the best one. I guarantee once you

read this, you will begin his program immediately. Free & easy to follow.

🌼💛

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graciesmom1003 — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 15:43:30 GMT

not sure if you are seeing your pcp or an endocrinologist, but the endo would be the best person to prescribe for you if you continue to have such severe problems. they are the diabetes experts

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cherry — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 16:28:10 GMT

@Jackhound Momon my diabetes thread ,there is advice, about how to eat to prevent hunger. If you starve yourself, it won't help. You need food, protein and healthy fats ,help make you feel full

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IMW — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 16:55:55 GMT

The hardest part is finding meds that work for you.

This takes trial and error. Perseverance and patience.

Most important do not give up. Give time time, if you trust you md go with their recommendation.

Good Luck, and good health.