I have been diagnosed with Type II Diabetes. I am currently being prescribed Metformin twice a day. Is it normal for my sweet cravings to increase or escalate?

By Anonymous October 6, 2011 - 7:24pm

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I am also on other medications for Bipolar Disorder and high blood pressure. I am 48 years old and it seems my health is quickly deteriorating. I have started and exercise program but I'm finding it hard to find the motivation to go regularly. Meanwhile, the pain in feet, legs, neck, and chest pains (?), and arms seem to be worsening. Now, I am noticing an ache in my hips. What can or should I do?

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Rosa Cabrera RN

Hi Anonymous,

An increase in sweet cravings is not a side effect of Metformin, this could just be your body craving what you now know that you can't or shouldn't have.

Have you talked to your doctor about these aches? What medications are you on for Bipolar disorder and high blood pressure?

Keep us posted,

Rosa

October 7, 2011 - 6:38am