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Re: Has anyone had really good results on Metformin?
From: anonymous@obgyn.net
Sun, 27 Oct 2002 06:29:53 -0600 (CST)
Dear Leona,
What dosage did you start at? How long have you been on the 850mg. twice
daily? Did you experience the typical side effects, diarrhea and upset
stomach? You said you feel more energy and are able to focus better, did
you notice those results right away or did that take time too? (some
people say they get more fatigued with metformin) How long did it take
you to get your period on your own? Are you also on the BCP? You were
able to lose some weight on it, do you have much to lose? Sorry for so
many questions but trying to learn from others' successes. Thanks much
for your help.....
Elaine
At Fri, 25 Oct 2002, Leona wrote:
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>Hi there
>
>I feel a lot better for taking Metformin, more awake and much better
>with the concentration and it brought my periods back after 2 years
>without any. Having said that it does take a while to work, I didnt
>lose weight at first but gradually it started to come off after a couple
>of months. I have been taking it for 6 months (850mg twice a day) and I
>have lost 14 lbs in the last month without a great deal of lifestyle
>effort on my part. I think it is effective as I run out in September
>and didnt take it for about a week and then I missed a period like the
>bad old days.
>
>My advice is stick with it, it could be that you are not on the right
>dose and need some blood tests to check if it is working for you.
>
>Good Luck!
>Leona
>
>At Wed, 23 Oct 2002, Jodi wrote:
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>>Hi,
>>
>>I'm wondering if anyone or how many people have had good results on
>>Metformin as far as helping with symptoms and weight loss. I expected
>>to feel so much "better" and maybe have more energy once I started it,
>>plus was hoping for some help with weightloss. I've been on it awhile
>>and I feel totally the same and no weight loss. I have a doctors
>>appointment next week so I was just wondering if anyone at all has had
>>any good results.
>>
>>Thankyou!!
>>
>>--
>>Jodi
>>
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