Hi from South Africa

[lucasmaree]

Hi!
My name is Lucas Maree. I am a type 2 and am using diamicron 80mg two tabs twice daily. I am going to start injecting Lantus SoloStar as of next week. It all seems a bit daunting, but I suppose I will get used to it.:o

[mho357]

Hello Lucas Maree and welcome to the forum.

You will find lots of great info and support here. Feel free to ask questions - the folks here are very helpful.

Mark

[davef]

Lucas,

Welcome to the forum, I'm a Type 2 also but not injecting. This is a great forum full of people always ready to help and support you. Visit often and ask questions, we are all in this together.

[matingara]

hi lucas!
i also take diamicron. one tablet in the morning and one in the evening.

it seems to help combined with exercise and reduced carb diet. please ask any questions and we will answer!!!

-- Joel.

[xMenace]

Welcome.

I'm curious why you two take it twice a day when the company's literature says it's designed for once only. SERVIER - Healthcare Professionals (http://www.servier.com/pro/diabetologie/diamicron/diamicron.asp)

Have either of you tried metformin?

My understanding is that sulfonylureas are generally short to medium term only and actually help burn out the beta cells; though the diamicron site claims otherwise.

Anyhoo, Lantus works well for many and not so well for others. The tricky part is getting your AM fastings down without going hypo in the night. Up dosages slowly, and try to get some 2am to 4am tests in.

[morrisma]

Welcome to the club.

This disease is daunting but not impossible. We humans seem to be able to handle a lot.
Mike

[princesslinda]

Hi Lucas, welcome! Glad you found our little corner of the world. Look around, ask lots of questions and you'll be certain to learn a lot.

[kgm0612]

Welcome to the forum, Lucas. You'll find tons of valuable information here to help you out.

Karen