Metformin causing loss of appetite?
kamaperry
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Hi, I am on Metformin 500 mg, twice a day. I seem to have lost alot of my appetite. Not that that is a bad thing, since I am trying to lose. But I want to make sure to eat enough. Is this normal?
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Some people find that Metformin does decrease their appetite, and that can help with weight loss. Others may have nausea that makes them not want to eat. You're right to continue to eat balanced meals at regular times, just in smaller portions. Bring this up with your doctor the next time you see her as well. ~Lynn /Glucerna0
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Thanks, I'm not nauseated, I just am satisfied with alot less, and no desire to eat more. I'm supposed to talk to my dr today or tomorrow, so I will tell him, I have a list for him.Some people find that Metformin does decrease their appetite, and that can help with weight loss. Others may have nausea that makes them not want to eat. You're right to continue to eat balanced meals at regular times, just in smaller portions. Bring this up with your doctor the next time you see her as well. ~Lynn /Glucerna
I really don't mind eating less though as long as it is healthy, I need to lose the weight.
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Let us know what your doctor recommends. It's great that you have a list of things to discuss with him and are making changes to manage diabetes. ~Lynn /Glucerna0
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Let us know what your doctor recommends. It's great that you have a list of things to discuss with him and are making changes to manage diabetes. ~Lynn /Glucerna
He prescribed Glimeperide, once a day0 -
Did he add the Glimeperide to the metformin? These medications work differently, and you can find out more information about Glimeperide here: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a696016.html ~Lynn /Glucerna0
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Me too! I told my doctor and he said nobody had ever said that? I had to remind myself to eat, and trust me, that had NEVER happened before.
He switched me to Janumet, and it's not as noticeable sadly. But the way I'm going, hopefully I won't be on anything next year.0 -
Lynne, yes, glimeperide with the Metformin, doesn't seem to help much.0
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Also, do you know how long it takes to work? I'm really watching my diet, and it was still 180 this morning.0
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I know you really want your blood sugar levels to come down, and I give you a lot of credit for working hard to make changes to your food choices and stay in touch with your physician. Usually your doctor starts with a low dosage of medication and gradually increases it if necessary - plus this gives you time to keep making changes in food choices and exercise. ~Lynn /Glucerna0
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Thanks, and I did get in touch with my dr today. He said pretty much the same, that it takes a bit for the blood sugar to come down after being high. He told me that if it isn't better in 2-4 weeks to let him know. I feel relieved.I know you really want your blood sugar levels to come down, and I give you a lot of credit for working hard to make changes to your food choices and stay in touch with your physician. Usually your doctor starts with a low dosage of medication and gradually increases it if necessary - plus this gives you time to keep making changes in food choices and exercise. ~Lynn /Glucerna0 -
It definitely reduces my appetite and that's been a great thing! I can tell if I forget to take my meds, as I'll start sneezing (allergies) and get the munchies.
I've found that for me, diet changes alone are ok but combining that with daily exercise has really made a huge difference in both my sugars and weight loss.0 -
Exercise helps me immensely!It definitely reduces my appetite and that's been a great thing! I can tell if I forget to take my meds, as I'll start sneezing (allergies) and get the munchies.
I've found that for me, diet changes alone are ok but combining that with daily exercise has really made a huge difference in both my sugars and weight loss.0 -
Ive been on metformin for years and years.... and i never noticed it keep me from getting hungry? i WISH! lol
but i guess thats good if it is for you?? might want to check with your dr. just in case to be on safe side?0 -
I haven't noticed the metformin decreasing my appetite. But I do notice that exercise does. It also seems to help keep my sugars down.
I think exercise has been the biggest difference between this weight loss and previous attempts.0 -
I do get hungry, just takes a while, but I do forget to snack. And yes, this is since being on Metformin, it's weird.0
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I do get hungry, just takes a while, but I do forget to snack. And yes, this is since being on Metformin, it's weird.
I agree, and I go from 0-STARVINGISWEARTOGODI'LLEATYOURFACE!
I had to set an alarm on my phone to eat something so I don't get the wild swings that cause all the problems.0 -
Exactly. I need to do thatI do get hungry, just takes a while, but I do forget to snack. And yes, this is since being on Metformin, it's weird.
I agree, and I go from 0-STARVINGISWEARTOGODI'LLEATYOURFACE!
I had to set an alarm on my phone to eat something so I don't get the wild swings that cause all the problems. 0 -
Metformin often causes decreased appetite, where people feel full faster. What a great idea to set a reminder to eat on your phone! ~Lynn /Glucerna0
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I agree!Metformin often causes decreased appetite, where people feel full faster. What a great idea to set a reminder to eat on your phone! ~Lynn /Glucerna0 -
I too find it reduced my appetite. From the day of my diagnosis, I started eating healthy. I think that the metformin helps and I have to plan my meals and snacks because I am rarely "hungry" anymore...0
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Yeah, for the most part, it really helps me to eat healthy. I did put a reminder on my phone, 'cause I just don't get that hungry.I too find it reduced my appetite. From the day of my diagnosis, I started eating healthy. I think that the metformin helps and I have to plan my meals and snacks because I am rarely "hungry" anymore...0 -
Metformin seemed to reduce my appetite for a short period of time. After about 4 months my appetite was normal.0
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Oh ok, not sure I want my appetite back.Metformin seemed to reduce my appetite for a short period of time. After about 4 months my appetite was normal.0 -
I've been very recently diagnosed, and am by no means an expert. I do have the advantage, however, of very recently going to both a diabetes educator and a diabetes nutritionist.
I asked about the same loss of hunger you are experiencing.
I was told it is a common phenomena related to a transition from an uncontrolled to a controlled insulin resistance level. If you have uncontrolled insulin resistance, you can actually eat more food and still be starving the tissues of your body. Lacking the ability to get the proper amount of glucose, your cells are unable get the energy they need. You, therefore feel hungry even though you're perhaps eating more than you should.
So, getting your insulin resistance in control might end up having a beneficial side effect of you experiencing less hunger. (I guess you could think of it as a more "normal" hunger, if you dare the label.)
The feeling probably won't last, though. As with many things your body will adjust. You will just have a new "normal".
But as I said, I'm new to this. Take my advice with a grain of salt. Consult your doctors and/or diabetes counselors for the best info.0 -
I was told it is a common phenomena related to a transition from an uncontrolled to a controlled insulin resistance level. If you have uncontrolled insulin resistance, you can actually eat more food and still be starving the tissues of your body. Lacking the ability to get the proper amount of glucose, your cells are unable get the energy they need. You, therefore feel hungry even though you're perhaps eating more than you should.
Thanks, that makes sense. I was told it was a side effect, but nobody felt like explaining why.0
