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Old 11-05-2007, 10:17 AM
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Starlix?
I saw my doctor today and he gave me a sample of Starlix to try.

Does anyone have experience with this drug? Comments or suggestions?

He said that I was in good control. I said that I want to have numbers closer to that of a non-diabetic so he suggested Starlix.

Thanks,

Mark
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10/9/07 = 5.4
1/18/08 = 5.4
6/11/08 = 5.3

No meds - just diet and exercise
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Old 11-05-2007, 10:25 AM
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Looks interesting. Keep us all updated on your results.
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Old 11-05-2007, 10:33 AM
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I read the Mendosa article just before I came back to the forum.

I'll let you know...

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A1C @ Dx = 7.0
9/15/07 = 5.1 (Biosafe home test kit)
10/9/07 = 5.4
1/18/08 = 5.4
6/11/08 = 5.3

No meds - just diet and exercise
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Old 11-05-2007, 10:59 AM
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Sounds kinda like Byetta where it stimulates insulin production when needed, prevents spikes, and very small chance of hypos. They didn't mention side effects though.
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Old 11-06-2007, 03:48 AM
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According to the data that I saw side effects were rare.

I've got a crazy schedule at work this week so I may wait until this weekend to give it a try.

Mark
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A1C @ Dx = 7.0
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10/9/07 = 5.4
1/18/08 = 5.4
6/11/08 = 5.3

No meds - just diet and exercise
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Old 11-06-2007, 04:39 AM
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[quote=mho357;277520]I saw my doctor today and he gave me a sample of Starlix to try.

Does anyone have experience with this drug? Comments or suggestions?

/QUOTE]

Mark:
I was on this for some time (Generic name Nateglinide) and it worked quite well. Like all drugs it works very well for some and not so for others. Give it a try. I still have some left, if you PM me I can send them to you. (Switching to Insulin caused me to stop all oral medications)

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