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i'm 42 yrs old female nd hav been taking metzok 50 for the past 3 yrs ..my bp is now normal nd so can i stop the medicine......does taking metzok 50 cause joint pain ## I am 62, female diabetic taking Metzok 50 since last three years along with losar 50. My BP is almost normal. Can I stop losar 50 and continue only Metzok 50? ## Both of you should consult your respective doctors. The issue here is that the medication may be only maintaining your blood pressure at a normal level and, without treatment, it may start to elevate again, which may be dangerous. In addition, an abrupt cessation of this medication could cause rebound effects, which may result in severely elevated blood pressure and heart rate, which could cause heart attack or stroke. What have your doctors advised?

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what is the use of glycomet sustain release tablet: when it is used? n Y? ## Glycomet contains the active ingredient Metformin, which is an oral antidiabetic medication that is used to help lower and control blood sugar levels. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with?

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PLEASE CAN YOU INDICATE EXACTLY WHAT THIS MEDICATION IS ALL ABOUT, I AM LED TO BELIEVE THAT THIS MEDICATION IS SUPPOSED TO HELP WITH DIABETIC NEUROPATHY. ## Have you tried asking your doctor, or pharmacist? Unfortunately, this isn't used in the U.S. and Canada, so I can't find any detailed information on it. Does anyone else know what this is and what it's used for? ## Actully I am informed that this medication is infact used in the USA as apparently Doctors would nromally start the pacient with injections, then switch to pills.

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I take coveram 5/5 for blood pressure one tablet in the morning and 2.5mg doanil for diabatic,I read on the coveram leaflet that coveram effect dibatic medicine .so please advise on the effect of coveram on the glucose level .Thanks ## Coveram contains the active ingredients Amlodipine and Perindopril and taking the Perindopril with the Daonil can make the Daonil more effect, which increases the risk of developing low blood sugar. Is your doctor aware that you are taking both of these medications? If so, they should have carefully considered the dosage and they should be monitoring your regularly for any problems.

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recently i have found sugar and fasting was 297 after that my doctor prescribed amral and after 15 days he prescribed tab janumet 50 500,, and i m already taking tab januvia and janumet 2 tab a day and januvia at before dinner and jjanumet before dinner and before launch..and fasting pantop 40 mg..and metolar at 10 am and 10 pm.tab ecosprin 150 mg at 2 pm and atorsve at 10 pm

I am Diabetic, and used to get a lot of very painful Cramps, mainly at nights. 2-3 per night, 4 -5 times a week. I'd tried most things, but with little effect. So I discovered that what would help was Potassium and Magnesium, as it feeds the Muscles. Tried an effervencent pill, and that gave me violant diarrhoea. (Aquilea). Then I was told to try half a Banana a day. I have now been 95% free of Cramps for 3 years. Great. ## Very glad you found something that helped you. Yes, the potassium is especially important to our muscle health and, if you are low in it, it will often cause bad muscle cramping. However, too much of it can also be dangerous, so please make sure you don't overdo it. There is a blood test your doctor can do to check the level for you. I always drop low, for re...

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I am diabetic and have high blood pressure. For diabetes I am on Glucophage XR 500mg (3 tabs a day) and for high blood pressure I have been taking Approval 300mg. Recently my doctor reduced my Glucophage to 2 tabs a day, the Approval to 150mg and added Concur 2.5mg. I want to know why Concur as this is a beta drug and read that it will camoflouge my sugar levels. Appreciate any feedback. Thanks. ## Have you asked your doctor why he wants you to take this one? Concor contains the active ingredient Bisoprolol, it is a beta blocker and, as such, it can mask some of the signs of low blood sugar, such as accelerated heart rate, since it can slow the heart rate. This doesn't mean that diabetics can't take it, but you should be aware of this, so you know to check your sugar level regul...

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Pill is aprox. 1/2 in. in length. White and oblong. Has capital letter G stamped on one side of top. And another capital letter G stamped on the other side of the top. With a bold line running down middle between them. ( G l G ) on the other side, which I refer to as bottom. The capital letters MF are stamped on one side of bottom, and the number 3 stamped on the other side of bottom. With same bold line as was on top. ( MF l 3 ). What kind of pill is this and what is its intended or most often priscribed use. ## This tablet contains 1,000mgs of Metformin, which is an oral antidiabetic medication that's most commonly used to help lower and control blood sugar. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, low blood sugar and flatulence. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help w...

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oblong blue tablet WITH NUMBERS 753 ON THEM WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THESE ARE GENERIC FORM ## The tablets with the R 753 marking? If so yes, they are a generic for Glucovance, they contain 5mgs of Glyburide and 500mgs of Metformin. The name brand Glucovance is manufactured by Merck. Do you have a problem with generic medications?

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I was recently switched from Glyburid-Metformin to Metformin HCL 500 MG - I have been experiencing frequent migrane headaches (daily) and have put on over 5 lbs in 2 weeks. Also my blood sugar numbers are higher especially in the morning. Only benefit is that there have been no more low readings. ## Have you consulted your doctor? Suddenly stopping any medication that you've been taking for a long period of time may result in some withdrawal and rebound effects, which may explain your symptoms, but you should talk to your doctor about it, to be certain. Has there been any improvement, yet? ## I switched back two days ago. Headaches still happening but not nearly as severe. Low sugar reading happened once.

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Sir, Can i use glycomet 250 mg daily. I am using glycomet 250 gm morning 1/2 tablet & Night 1/2 tablet after food.Please advise me ,it can be used regularily. ## Glycomet contains the active ingredient Metformin, it is an oral antidiabetic medication, used to help lower and control blood sugar levels. If you are diabetic, it is very important to follow your doctor's advice and take a medication regularly to keep your blood sugar under control. It may cause some side effects, such as: nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and flatulence. In addition, for the best effectiveness at controlling your blood sugar, it should be taken just before you eat, rather than afterwards. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## I am a 51 yr old male. Have fasting sugar 130 and PP 200....

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I need to local a drug store around the Independece, Mo. area. I am having a hard time find the stuff. ## Hi godzilla, Listed below is a pharmacy-locator site, that uses your zip code to find nearby pharmacies within a given mile range: pharmacylocator.unarxcard.com Phone numbers and addresses are included in the list after you verify your zip code; so I would suggest calling a number of them to see if anyone can fill your prescription. You may have to consider looking at online pharmacies as a last resort if this doesn't work out. Please post back if you need information on finding legitimate online pharmacies here in the U.S. Hope this helps!

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Does Metnax cause dry mouth and buring tongue irratition? Been taking two tabs per day for about 5 months and the last two mouths my mouth is dry and tongue always irritated. ## Metanx is a B complex nutritional supplement that's specially formulated to help with conditions such as neuropathy. However, as such, it's really not tested for side effects, as is done with actual prescription medications and it's always difficult to say how it may affect any given person that takes it. Have you discussed these symptoms with your doctor?

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The doctors believe my good friend has fiber myalgia. They recommend a gluten free diet because she is suffering from major bloating and joint pain, waking up with with severe burning in her hand. She can't sleep because its too painful. I'm trying to discover what medications have gluten in them. Its one thing we haven't considered. ## Well, first glucose and gluten aren't the same thing. Gluten, however, is the one you're probably talking about, because it has been known to cause these problems in some people. As to the medications that contain it, that would be most of them that are on the market, so I couldn't possibly list them all here. However, if you can post back with a specific list of the medications she takes, I will gladly check for you to see which ...

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What is the difference between Janumet XR 50mg/100 mg and Glipizide 5mg? Can they be used together? ## Janumet XR contains the active ingredients Metformin and Sitagliptin in a time released formulation to help better lower and control blood sugar in diabetic people. The Glipizide is a different oral antidiabetic medication. Has your doctor instructed you to use both medications? They can be taken together, but only if someone is experiencing high sugar levels that are hard to control, because it increase the risk of hypoglycemia. ## The active ingredients of Janumet XR are Sitagliptin + Metaformin. Both of these medications are used in the management of type 2 diabetes. Glipizide is generally used along with diet and exercise, and (sometimes) with other medications, to treat type 2 dia...

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I am experiencing unexplained bruising on my upper arm and inner thigh. I told my doctor about, but she said Megan's wouldn't cause and that it's a good med w good vitamins. I didn't tell her I also take B6 every but have seen on line that I could be taking too many vitamins. I've stopped taking the Metanx to see if the bruising stops. ## You should call your doctor and tell her that fact. Yes, there can be severe problems that arise if you are taking too much of anything, even vitamins and the B vitamins can be especially problematic. Even if the bruising stops, you may have done some permanent damage, that you should be tested for. Did she check your vitamin levels with a blood test?

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its a very small green pill with 3|12 on one side and RDY on the other side ## Did you mean RDY 3 21? If so, this is a 2mg Glimepiride tablet, which is an oral antidiabetic medication that's used to help lower and control blood sugar. Learn more:

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I have to take my first dose of levemir tonight and Iam scared to death worrying about side effects....Iam afraid when I go to sleep something might happen...I know Iam acting like a baby but Ive had other meds that have caused side effects ........Ive diabetic for 9 yrs and never had to take meds just exercised and watched my diet and for some reason this year my whole body has done a complete turn around....my aic was 7.6 and it was always 5.5/6.5.....and I wake up in the morning feeling terrible so my end wants me to try the insulin...Iam type 2....and tonights the night...wish me luck....Trish ## Well its been a week now since I started using Lememir at first I was scared to death but I finally did it and now its become a natural like brusing your teeth....anyways no side affects......

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Just got my Metformin ER 750 refilled. The pills look different... could be different manufacturer? One has 93 on one side and 7212 on the other. The other has 143 stamped on one side and nothing I can see on the other side. Help? ## Yes, they are both the same medication, a controlled release formulation of Metformin in a 750mg dosage. The one with the 93 is manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals and the 143 is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceuticals. It is common for the pharmacy to switch which generic they supply, depending on which company was offering the cheapest price, when they needed to restock their supply. It's how they keep their prices as low as possible for customers without insurance. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I was prescribed with CLOPIDOGREL -PLAGERINE 7...

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i need madicine call Galvus met 50mg/850 and i dont have any precrption i had this from dr over sease ## Galvus Met contains Vidagliptin and Metformin, it is an oral antidiabetic medication that is used to help lower and control blood sugar. In the U.S. it will require a prescription and must be purchased from a pharmacy. Have you consulted a doctor?

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