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12 People found this comment helpful

The difference in me is astrinomical, I now have energy and am able to function on a day to day basis, I am very pleased. I have had no bowel problems at all.

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I put 'ineffective' because I have only taken this pill for 3 days. I am 'not satisfied' with it either, because of pain in the stomach and lower abdomen and having to run to the bathroom. I was taking metformin several years ago but stopped because the side effects were interfering with my work...my doctor put me on glumetza. Things worked for awhile but it was too expensive for me, so I stopped....

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
5/12/2016
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 5.0
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Glumetza relieved the stomach issues I had when taking Metformin; however, my numbers were not as low. Glumetza cost skyrocketed, so I had to go back to Metformin.

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MLR | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
10/29/2015
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 5.0
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I was on Metformin (2 x 500 mg pd) for 4 1/2 years. Gradually nausea, heartburn started and increased until it was unbearable. I learned about Glumetza 1000 mg started in April 2015 and side effects disappeared within a few days.

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DMM | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
8/13/2015
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 4.3
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I don't like Metformin. It makes me tired and upsets my stomach. Glumetza has been the best for my stomach. The price is prohibitive. I've been spending $353/month and it just jumped to over $3000! And I have good insurance!

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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | Patient
7/23/2015
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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nena | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
11/14/2014
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 3.0
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I stated to take this medicine from two week gives bed muscle pain .

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escp4177 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
8/9/2014
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 3.7
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blood ssugar not as low as it use to be.

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June | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/19/2014
Condition: Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 5.0
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I was on Metformin 1000mg QD and was experiencing horrible Gastric symptoms and suffer with neuropathy so painful it did not allow me to go to sleep. I discussed the issues with my Dr and she switched me to Glumetza 500XR and it is AMAZING! No GAS at ALL! NO GASTRIC ISSUES AT ALL, NO LOW SUGAR FEELINGS..AND LESSENS MY NEUROPATHY PAIN! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS MED!!

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
10/16/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 5.0
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Changed to gourmets a ER from regular metformin to alleviate diarrhea issue. It works very well, provided I have a minimal amount of starch-type carbs (fruits don't do it). If I get the minimal carbs with a meal, say a piece of toast, it works like a charm with no side effects. If I don't get enough or the right kind, I get an unpleasant few hours with gastric issues.

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Jim | 65-74 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
9/14/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 2.7
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Moved to Glumetza ER after severe diaherria with base Glumetza, still have morning diaherria but not as severe. Take 1000 mg twice a day, once in morning and again at night.

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flora | 75 or over | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year |
8/26/2013
Condition: Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 1.0
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diarreah and itching and blisters

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p31gd4 | 45-54 | Female | Patient
8/1/2013
Condition: Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 1.0
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HIGH INSULIN IN BLOOD--NOT HIGH SUGAR--HIGH INSULIN-96/DR WANTS IT UNDER 10--SIDE EFFECTS HORRIBLE-STOMACH ACHE/DIARHEA; weaj/fatigue

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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/19/2013
Condition: Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 2.3
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I put 'ineffective' because I have only taken this pill for 3 days. I am 'not satisfied' with it either, because of pain in the stomach and lower abdomen and having to run to the bathroom. I was taking metformin several years ago but stopped because the side effects were interfering with my work...my doctor put me on glumetza. Things worked for awhile but it was too expensive for me, so I stopped. After my last visit with my doctor we decided I should try it again...NO, NO, NO! Not only stomach pains and diarrhea, but my lips tingle, I'm lightheaded and my legs hurt! I am finished with any type of metformin!!Read More Read Less

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tulsame | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/6/2013
Condition: Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 5.0
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I got really sick on metformin. I couldn't keep food in me, it ran right through. This pill has not only not given me any adverse reactions but I also lost 5 pounds in the first month on it without changing anything else. If it wasn't so expensive, I would be ecstatic. It is SO expensive though and I'm praying for a cheaper alternative for the future.

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beanie571 | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/27/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 3.0
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I took 1 500mg pill for 2 days and had the worst nausea, gas and stomach pains!!! I can't take it again. Had a similar, but less severe experience with Metformin ER. My doctor told me this was gentler on the stomach since it was the brand name drug and it broke down differently. It felt WAY worse with Glumetza - after only 2 days. NEVER AGAIN!!!

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glumetza | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
4/21/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 4.3
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
4/13/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 3.0
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Weight gain. control of blood sugars. cost.

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Anonymous | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/5/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 2.3
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Makes me very anxious, quiting it today on it for 5 weeks

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susan | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
3/8/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 1.0
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This was an aweful drug for me. I was taking generic Metformin and my Dr switched me to the name brand Glumetza in an effort to stop the diarrhea I was experiencing. Once I paid $800 for a month supply and gave it a try the diarrhrea was actually worse!

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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | Patient
1/19/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 3.7
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Was working well initially but not working now. Blood sugar over 200 now fasting.

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BikeCommuter | 65-74 | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
12/17/2012
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 2.0
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This drug is insanely expensive and it does not work for me, does nothing!

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