[acehoney]

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes a little over a week ago. Have begun taking metformin 1000mg and was wondering if anyone has experienced side effects like nausea and weakness?

[dano]

Welcome to the Forum!

The side effects of Metformin are nausea and diarrhea. There are several threads on this forum addressing this.

Read through the first three threads in the Type 2 Section, when you get a chance, if you have not already done so. These threads will most-likely help you a lot. Self education is one of the keys to successful management of your diabetes, along with a healthy / sensible diet and exercise. Basically, diabetes requires a life-style change for the better. Good luck with your control and management.

[shurling326]

Hi. I'm Tom. I was diagnosed with type 2 3 years ago. Since then I've lost 80 lbs. & have gone off all meds. My bg readings are typically 90 to 110- depending on what I eat and how much I exercise (gym + walking 1 hr/ day). I have a strong family history of type 2 diabetes with many relative disabled or dying young due to complications. It's a real motivator. Stay in there for the long haul. Cheers 😃👍