Yep, increased thirst can be a side effect, and it is wise to stay well-hydrated while on Met. I always keep a glass of ice water near me, whether at home, at work, in the car, wherever. Are you having any other side effects? If you get the typical diarrhea when first starting Met, it is especially important to take in more fluids.
Congrats on starting on it!
Editing this to remind you that it is important to take B12 supplements, since Met can interfere with B12 absorption.
Linda
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dx pcos 1984, type II diabetes 2001, also hypertension
Met 2000mg since 2001, started Glucophage XR 4/22/04, then switched to Met ER 6/04; also: multi, Vit. C, Vit. E, B12/folic acid combo, fish oil & borage oil combo, garlic capsules, cinnamon, Vitex, calcium with magnesium/zinc, biotin, CoQ10, selenium,iron
Other meds: Verapamil and Altace(for blood pressure)
Started laser hair removal 7/29/03, completed 3/04 (it works!)
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met and Increased thirst 
..is this 'normal'.....my mouth's dry and water helps......but am i turning into a bottomless sponge which can take all the water u pour and yet be dry....it's crazy......plus it's winter and not the time when u r going to be 'naturally' thirsty.....
