Metformin & Lactose Intolerance
If this is your first visit, be sure tocheck out the FAQ by clicking thelink above. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. To start viewing messages,select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. I was wondering if anyone else has had their doctor mention that metformin can cause lactose inloterance. I have been on met for 5 years now and the stomach problems never went away. On my own I tried taking dairy our of my diet and I have felt a lot better - no longer getting sick to my stomach. I have been trying goat cheese and goat yogurt and so far i am okay. Anyone else with this experience? I have been trying to search the web and I'm not finding much. Me 38 - Past Issues: Endometriosis, Tubal PG, PCOS, Hyperplasia 3 beautiful boys, 2 conceived with some help, third son conceived on our own (in just two months!!) Highly recommend the Primal Blueprint for a way of eating/lifestyle My doctor never said anything, but that was the reason I gave it up. I didn't feel like I could have a balanced diet cos I had to avoid all dairy, even the low fat stuff. I come from a farming family so it was odd not having milk etc in my diet. Cheese was about the only thing I could have, and thats consistent with a mild lactose intolerance. Can't remember why that is off the top of my head. Probably something to do with the fermentation/aging. I've never been a fan of yogurt so I'm not sure about that one. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tracking calories & exercising - no gimmicks or diets! But im ok will a little bit of cheese. I have soya yoghurts and soya milk instead PCOS, LOCAH, ER+ breast cancer, Endom, Lichen Planus, IBS, HS, raised bp/ cholesterol. Meds: Sp Continue reading >>
I Hate Metformin (a Rantlet)
I wish I was a voice-file-editing wizard, because in order to get the full impact of the title and what it means to me, it needs to be read in one of those Yosemite Sam type of growls: “Ahhhhhh HAAAATES metfohmin.” Because I really do hate metformin (brand name: Glucophage) the way Yosemite Sam hated Bugs Bunny, and with a lot more justification. Metformin is not cute. It is not witty. It does not have soft pettable-if-only-it-were-real fur. It does not kiss its enemies full on the lips and then spin its ears to fly away. It’s just a big old nightmare, that’s all. For those of you who are met-n00bs, lucky you, a bit of background on what this drug is. It’s supposed to be an insulin sensitizer, so it’s typically given to people with type 2 diabetes who are not yet insulin dependent, so they can make the best possible use of what little insulin their pancreases are able to come up with at this stage of the disease. But in recent years (I was first prescribed it in 1997), it’s also been commonly dispensed to women with polycystic ovarian syndrome, which I have, because one of the markers for PCOS is elevated fasting insulin. That means my pancreas is working way too hard, and for the time being, the net result is that my blood sugars, even after eating, tend to run a little on the low side. But if the pancreas continues to overwork itself, it could eventually burn itself out and bang, diabetes. That’s the theory, anyway, and hence metformin is supposed to slow down the overproduction of insulin so I’ll have more of it later on when I need it. But I’ve never been able to stay on it. (Okay, here comes the grody part; that’s what you love me for, right?) Because here’s what else it does to me, besides sensitize my cells to insulin: It turns my digestiv Continue reading >>
Foods To Avoid When On Metformin
Metformin is often one of the first medications prescribed to people with diabetes, according to the Canadian Diabetes Association (see reference 2 under Highlights of Revisions). It helps lower your blood sugar levels by decreasing the amount of glucose, or sugar, produced by your liver. It also helps your insulin, the hormone that gets the sugar out of your blood and into your cell, work better. (see reference 1 pg 1 under Clinical Pharmacology under Mechanism of Action para 1). While you do not need to avoid any foods when taking metformin, you may need to limit or avoid alcohol (see reference 1 pg 8 under alcohol intake.). Metformin and Alcohol If your doctor has prescribed metformin to help you get better control over your blood sugar, you should not drink an excessive amount of alcohol, including beer, wine or hard liquor (see reference 1 pg 8 under Alcohol Intake). Too much alcohol causes metformin to breakdown too much lactate, which is a by-product of glucose and amino acids, and may lead to lactic acidosis (see reference 1 pg 8 under Alcohol Intake). If you drink alcohol, it's OK to have moderate amounts while on metformin, which means up to 1 drink a day for women and 2 drinks a day for men (see reference 3 pg x). But everyone is different, so be sure to talk to your doctor first to a safe amount of alcohol for you. Lactic acidosis is actually not very common when taking metformin, but it can be dangerous, and even deadly, according to the Food and Drug Administration (see reference 1 pg 15). Symptoms that warrant an immediate call to your doctor include difficulty breathing, stomach pain, diarrhea, muscle cramps, unusual sleepiness or weakness or an all-around achiness. Continue reading >>
Acupuncture For Lactose Intolerance In Boston
A 22 year old woman diagnosed with Hypothyroidism, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome 2 years ago. She has been having irregular period since menarche and has been on birth control pill since she was 15 years old. She was playing field hockey in high and has been having shoulder, arm, and ulnar nerve pain. She also had frequent headaches. She had been advised by her doctor to take Metformin for the past 2 years. She has been struggling with weight control due to Hypothyroidism and has been having digestive problems. She tended to feel hungry and craved carbohydrates while she was on Metformin making it very difficult to control her weight. One year ago, suddenly she started having bloating and diarrhea after eating dairy products. Her doctor determined that she developed lactose intolerance; therefore, she has not been able to enjoy eating dairy products which she really likes. Upon the initial consultation at HolliBalance Well-Being Center, Dr. Song did not feel she needed to take Metformin for her condition. After consulting her physician, she stopped taking Metformin and has a much better control of her hunger. After 4 weeks of acupuncture treatment with customized herbal formula she now can eat all types of diary and feels much lighter. Her headaches, shoulder pain, and hand pain has improved tremendously. In reference to her hypothyroidism, she has been feeling much more energetic. She used to feel that her thyroid gland was swollen but now she claims that it is rarely swollen. She recently stopped taking the birth control pills and after getting her blood tested, the results showed that the hormones for reproduction are normal. She just started her period a few days ago one month after she stopped taking the birth control pill. Continue reading >>
Does Metformin Contain Lactose? Could This Be Triggering My Lactose Intolerance?
Does Metformin Contain Lactose? Could This Be Triggering My Lactose Intolerance? Originally asked by Community Member Zinnia Does Metformin Contain Lactose? Could This Be Triggering My Lactose Intolerance? The metformin seems to create the same problems as my lactose intolerance, but on a much greater scale. An article I read about Metformin mentioned lactic acidosis, which got me to wondering if Metformin contains lactose or something similar. The obvious next question is whether or not there is a drug with similar efficacy, without that particular problem. Lactic Acidosis doesnt have anything to do with lactose or being lactose intolerant. Lactic Acidosis is a condition where the body creates more lactic acid than it can dispose of. The metformin can sometimes hamper renal/kidney function, making it more difficult for the body to excrete the lactic acid causing the condition. I dont see anything to suggest that the metformin is causing a lactose intolerance, but the side effects can mimic lactose intolerance with regard to gastro issues, diarrhea, IBS, gas, etc. You can read more about Metformin (generic for Glucophage) here in the drugs database . Hope this helps! Take care and stay in touch! You should know Answers to your question are meant to provide general health information but should not replace medical advice you receive from a doctor. No answers should be viewed as a diagnosis or recommended treatment for a condition. Continue reading >>
Please Talk To Me About Metformin And Type 2 Diabetes
Please Talk To Me About Metformin And Type 2 Diabetes Frequently Asked Questions About Celiac Disease 04/24/2018 This Celiac.com FAQ on celiac disease will guide you to all of the basic information you will need to know about the disease, its diagnosis, testing methods, a gluten-free diet, etc. Subscribe to Celiac.com'sFREE weekly eNewsletter What is Celiac Disease and the Gluten-Free Diet? What are the major symptoms of celiac disease? Celiac Disease Symptoms What testing is available for celiac disease? Celiac Disease Screening Interpretation of Celiac Disease Blood Test Results Can I be tested even though I am eating gluten free? How long must gluten be taken for the serological tests to be meaningful? The Gluten-Free Diet 101 - A Beginner's Guide to Going Gluten-Free Is celiac inherited? Should my children be tested? Ten Facts About Celiac Disease Genetic Testing Is there a link between celiac and other autoimmune diseases? Celiac Disease Research: Associated Diseases and Disorders Is there a list of gluten foods to avoid? Unsafe Gluten-Free Food List (Unsafe Ingredients) Is there a list of gluten free foods? Safe Gluten-Free Food List (Safe Ingredients) Gluten-Free Alcoholic Beverages Distilled Spirits (Grain Alcohols) and Vinegar: Are they Gluten-Free? Where does gluten hide? Additional Things to Beware of to Maintain a 100% Gluten-Free Diet What if my doctor won't listen to me? An Open Letter to Skeptical Health Care Practitioners Gluten-Free recipes: Gluten-Free Recipes I was just ( today) diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I have spent the afternoon reading up on metformin and how it works. And , of course , looking for an ingredients list . ,,, actually I am going back and forth between crying and being angry . I dont meet with my " diabetes educator " until Apr Continue reading >>
Metformin And Milk | Diabetes Forum The Global Diabetes Community
Diabetes Forum The Global Diabetes Community Find support, ask questions and share your experiences. Join the community I have been taking Metformin for four or five weeks now and have had no bad reactions. I take 1000mg with breakfast and 500mg with dinner. My BS is coming down very well and I had my first "within normal" reading today, two hours after breakfast. However this afternoon, I have had quite bad diarrhoea, for the first time for as long as I can remember. I have the same breakfast every day of rolled oats, a little portion of low GI fruit, some nuts, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon powder, mixed with milk and kefir (fermented milk). Today my wife put in more milk and kefir than normal. Does anyone know if milk or kefir can react with metformin? I cannot think of anything else that could cause such a reaction. I think that Metformin can recact badly badly with carbs in general. Diarrhoea is one of the more common side effects of Metformin, and I've heard many people say that carbs make it worse. There are about 5 grams of carb in each 100mL of milk, so that definitely could have exacerbated the problem. I have never heard of kefir and having Googled it I think it sounds disgusting. But .... where can I get some because I love yoghurt which in similar write ups also sounds disgusting. #uart, the whole point of taking metformin is to help the liver deal with the sugar content of carbohydrates, which is why people take it on the first place! So to write that metformin reacts badly with carbohydrates is simply not true. However there are some people who just cannot take metformin for different reasons, getting diarrhoea is one of them. When I was prescribed Metfomin I was told that one of the main side effects was diarrhoea , and that this outcome became more likely if Continue reading >>
Taking Metformin? Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Metformin is often the first drug prescribed to people who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Taken orally, metformin helps to control your blood sugar levels. Metformin is often used in combination with other drugs to treat diabetes. Without the proper long-term management of diabetes, it can cause serious health complications. One of the best ways to accomplish this is through the proper use of medications such as metformin and making appropriate lifestyle changes. If you’d like to learn about some of the other medications used to treat type 2 diabetes, please click here. How Metformin Works for Type 2 Diabetics Metformin is prescribed for type 2 diabetes because it can help control blood sugar spikes. So, how does this diabetes drug do this? . The drug reduces the amount of glucose (sugar) your liver produces and how much your body absorbs. Thus, metformin will increase the effect that insulin has on your body. In addition to increasing the body’s insulin sensitivity, patients often report a drop in their cholesterol levels. Metformin can impact your appetite, which results in fewer calories consumed and weight loss. Losing excess weight will also improve your body’s sensitivity to insulin. Please note that metformin should not be solely relied on to treat high blood sugar levels. Diet and exercise are crucial to proper management of your diabetes. This combined with a stable dosage of metformin can be very effective. What are the Side Effects Associated with Metformin? As with any drug, metformin does come with the risk of side effects. These can range from mild to severe. Less severe side effects usually subside within a few days to a couple weeks. If your side effects persist or get worse, alert your healthcare provider imediately. Metformin can cause Continue reading >>
What Can I Use To Slow The Diarrhea That Metformin Causes
what can i use to slow the diarrhea that metformin causes Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please,join our community todayto contribute and support the site. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. what can i use to slow the diarrhea that metformin causes in my October 31st blood test my A1C went from 6.4 to 6.9 which average out to a daily average of 150. my doctor raised my dosage of metformin from one 500mg extended release pill taken after dinner to one 500mg extended release pill after lunch AND one after dinner. total 1000 mgs a day. since i started taking meformin back in may of this year. every other day i come down with very bad diarrhea. i go 5-6 times in an hour and very watery. i have very bad hemorrhoids,and they tend to break and there is a bit of blood on the tissue paper. this worries me greatly. somedays i feel i cant stop going i am told that some people who take this medication find some relief in the drug "immoduim AD" could you please tell me when you take this drug metformin what you do to manage the diarrhea? what medication helps you manage the effects of having diarrhea. In my experience the diarrhea will go away after about a month. One drug that is available here is imodium & it is very good for stopping it. In my experience the diarrhea will go away after about a month. One drug that is available here is imodium & it is very good for stopping it. I feel your pain. After a year and a 3 months, it is better for me. I use the Pink Stuff. When I was dx in May my endo put me on metformin er 1000 mg at breakfast and dinner, 1mg of glimepiride at breakfast. I had the same problems as you do now. After a month I told my endo and he change my dose to Metformin er 500mg at both breakfast and dinner and glimepiri Continue reading >>
Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets, Usp
Metformin hydrochloride, USP is an oral antihyperglycemic drug used in the management of type 2 diabetes. Metformin hydrochloride (N,N-dimethylimidodicarbonimidic diamide hydrochloride) is not chemically or pharmacologically related to any other classes of oral antihyperglycemic agents. The structural formula is as shown: Metformin hydrochloride, USP is a white to off-white crystalline compound with a molecular formula of C4H11N5 HCl and a molecular weight of 165.63. Metformin hydrochloride, USP is freely soluble in water and 4 11 5 is practically insoluble in acetone, ether and chloroform. The pKa of metformin is 12.4. The pH of a 1% a aqueous solution of metformin hydrochloride, USP is 6.68. Metformin hydrochloride tablets USP contain 500 mg, 850 mg and 1000 mg of metformin hydrochloride, USP. Each tablet contains the inactive ingredients povidone, polyethylene glycol and magnesium stearate. In addition the coating for 500 mg, 850 mg and 1000 mg contains: lactose monohydrate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide and triacetin. Metformin is an antihyperglycemic agent which improves glucose tolerance in patients with type 2 diabetes, lowering both basal and postprandial plasma glucose. Its pharmacologic mechanisms of action are different from other classes of oral antihyperglycemic agents. Metformin hydrochloride decreases hepatic glucose production, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity by increasing peripheral glucose uptake and utilization. Unlike sulfonylureas, metformin does not produce hypoglycemia in either patients with type 2 diabetes or normal subjects (except in special circumstances, see PRECAUTIONS ) and does not cause hyperinsulinemia. With metformin therapy, insulin secretion remains unchanged while fasting insulin levels Continue reading >>
Lactose In Pills Caused Distress
Q. I have had stomach pain and diarrhea for years, but over the last few months it reached a crisis. The pain was so bad I couldnt get comfortable sitting or even lying down. My stomach swelled up like a beach ball. My doctor didnt know what was wrong. I finally asked my pharmacist if any of my pills had milk sugar (lactose). Every single one of the half dozen pills I take contains lactose. Even though I am extremely careful about my diet (no dairy), I had no idea that my pills were poisoning me. Once I found out, I added lactase enzyme pills to my regimen. Ill be asking my doctor to find substitutes without lactose. Someone else may benefit from my nightmare. A. Lactose is a common filler in many medications. For those who are highly sensitive to milk sugar, this can cause bloating, pain, gas and diarrhea. Others may need to enlist the help of a pharmacist to discover whether their drugs could be causing digestive distress. Sometimes diarrhea, gas or cramps may be a reaction to the medication rather than to lactose in the filler. Heres one readers story: Both medicines I was given for type 2 diabetes, Metformin and Glipizide, caused bad diarrhea. I went to the internet to find out whether others were troubled with this problem and found it was a common side effect controlled by taking Immodium with each dose of those medicines. Get The Graedons' Favorite Home Remedies Health Guide for FREE Join our daily email newsletter with breaking health news, prescription drug information, home remedies AND you'll get a copy of our brand new full-length health guide for FREE! Continue reading >>
Lactose Intolerance - Digestive Disorders - Merck Manuals Consumer Version
Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest the sugar lactose because of a lack of the digestive enzyme lactase, leading to diarrhea and abdominal cramping. Lactose intolerance is caused by a lack of the enzyme lactase. Symptoms in children include diarrhea and poor weight gain, whereas symptoms in adults include abdominal bloating and cramps, diarrhea, flatulence, and nausea. The diagnosis is based on recognizing that symptoms occur after a person has consumed dairy products and can be confirmed with a hydrogen breath test. Treatment involves taking supplemental lactase enzymes and avoiding lactose, particularly in dairy products. Lactose, the predominant sugar found in milk and other dairy products, is broken down by the enzyme lactase, which is produced by the cells in the inner lining of the small intestine. Lactase breaks down lactose, a complex sugar, into its two components, glucose and galactose. These simple sugars are then absorbed into the bloodstream through the intestinal wall. If lactase is lacking, lactose cannot be digested and absorbed. The resulting high concentration of lactose draws fluid into the small intestine, causing watery diarrhea. The lactose then passes into the large intestine, where it is fermented by bacteria, producing gases that cause flatulence, bloating, and abdominal cramps. Lactase levels are high in infants, permitting them to digest milk. However, in most ethnic groups (80% of blacks and Hispanics, more than 90% of Asians), lactase levels decrease after weaning. These decreased levels mean that older children and adults in these ethnic groups are unable to digest much lactose. However, 80 to 85% of whites of Northwest European descent produce lactase throughout life and are thus able to digest milk and milk products as adults. Continue reading >>
Will You Have Lactose Intolerance With Metformin - From Fda Reports - Ehealthme
A study for a 31 year old woman who takes Wellbutrin NOTE: The study is based on active ingredients and brand name. Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are NOT considered. WARNING: Please DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting a physician since doing so could be hazardous to your health. DISCLAIMER: All material available on eHealthMe.com is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. All information is observation-only, and has not been supported by scientific studies or clinical trials unless otherwise stated. Different individuals may respond to medication in different ways. Every effort has been made to ensure that all information is accurate, up-to-date, and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. The use of the eHealthMe site and its content is at your own risk. You may report adverse side effects to the FDA at or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088). If you use this eHealthMe study on publication, please acknowledge it with a citation: study title, URL, accessed date. Continue reading >>
Metformin And Dairy Intolerance
20 discussions around the web mention both Metformin (brand name: Glucophage, Glumetza) is a medication used primarily for diabetes. It is an oral hypoglycemic medication. It lowers blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetics by facilitating the entrance of glucose in the tissues and reducing the amount made by the liver. It also helps delay the development of many complications linked to diabetes. It can also be used for other conditions such as weight loss and polycystic ovarian syndrome. He is still on his special formula for his dairy allergy ... My baby will be one tomorrow can you believe it? Where has that time gone? I wanted him so badly for so long and this year has just gone so fast. I smiled when i realised yesterday that this time last year i wasn't quiet for the 2min silence but i had a few tears too. My boy will always be my little miracle, always even if we did have another. He is so special to me but he is growing up way to fast. I am so proud of him though and read more... i feel very lucky to be his Mummy. He is now crawling and cruising constantly, never stops for a second and is a very busy little bee!!! He babbles Daddy and Dad constantly and has just started saying Hello too. He is a very independent boy and knows what he wants. He is literally in to everything and goes mad for the remote control or telephone. He is still on his special formula for his dairy allergy and will continue to be so until at least the new year when we have his next review and testing. Doing well with it though even though Mummy does find it difficult feeding him his special diet. He is now 23lbs 4oz. and to my special boy.What can i say apart from i love you more then words can say and you really are my star. I don;t know what i done to deserve you but i'm so glad your here. Continue reading >>
One Of The Most Effective Diabetes Drugs
You may recall that I recently wrote a series on various medicines and how they can affect your diabetes (see "The Ups and Downs of Meds and Diabetes [Part 1]" as well as Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, and Part 5). One kind reader, who happens to be a nurse, asked me to devote a post to metformin with regard to its effects on kidneys and special considerations to keep in mind with this drug. I wrote about metformin back in December 2006 (was it that long ago?) and its link to vitamin B12 deficiency (see “Metformin and Risk For Vitamin B12 Deficiency”). But there are other important facts to know about this very popular diabetes drug. Raise your hand if you take metformin. OK, obviously I can’t see you, but I’ll wager that many of you reading this are on this medication. Metformin is the generic name for Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Fortamet, and Riomet. It also comes combined with other diabetes medications, including glyburide (in Glucovance), glipizide (in Metaglip), rosiglitazone (in Avandamet), pioglitazone (in Actoplus Met), sitagliptin (in Janumet), and repaglinide (in PrandiMet). I’ve read that approximately 35 million prescriptions were written for metformin in 2006, making this one of the top 10 best selling generic drugs. And you may not be aware that the American Diabetes Association, in its 2006 practice guidelines for health-care professionals, recommended metformin over sulfonylureas as the first drug of choice for people with Type 2 diabetes. This really isn’t surprising. Metformin has a long track record for being safe and causing relatively few serious side effects—plus, it also works! Chances are, if you have Type 2 diabetes and need to start on medication, your health-care provider will recommend you take metformin. How It Works Just a Continue reading >>
