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Old 02-02-2006, 04:54 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Does anyone take the extended/slow release version of metformin?? If so,what doseage do you take??
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I just started the Gloucophage XR 500mgs. I was on Met 1000mgs. But the side effects were to great. I have a feeling when I see the Dr in 3 weeks he will put me on a higher dose.

Are you taking it???
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Yes I am on 500mg a day.I feel I should be on a higher dose but have moved countries to Australia and my new doc doesn't use it...only clomid so he is not much help!
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I am on Metformin SR 1 500mg twice a day. So i am on 1000mg a day. I took some advice and lowered my carb intake and i dont have side effects anymore except tiredness!
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I am on Glucophage XR 2000 mg qd... had a few side effects at first but they went away pretty quickly...
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