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How can I help my father deal with the "dawn phenomenon," or high blood sugar on awakening?

Question - The dawn phenomenon, named after the time of day it occurs, is the result of the body's response to hormones typically released between 4 a.m. and 8 a.m., which cause glucose levels to rise. This process occurs in everyone, but people with diabetes, like your dad, may not have enough insulin in their system to keep this added glucose under control...

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Can a new diabetes drug also help my mother lose weight?

Question - Exenatide (brand name: Byetta) is a safe and effective medication for people with type 2 diabetes. It's approved for use in people who are currently taking metformin, a sulfonylurea, a thiazolidinedione, or a combination of these oral diabetes drugs...

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How can I convince my stubborn father to see a doctor about his diabetes?

Question - Have a heart-to-heart discussion with your dad about your concerns. Get support from other family or friends who can join you in having a serious, yet supportive conversation with him about your observations of his changing health status. Ask how your father feels. Tell him you are worried and you'd feel better if he saw the doctor for a check up...

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Can managing a PH level help diabetes?

Question - I have been a diabetic since 1994. I am 70 and after a bad season, I am now overweight. I'm also under night insulin. I was told that by controlling my PH level, I would feel better. Have you heard anything about this?

How else can I control insulin resistance?

Question - Reading your letter, it sounds like you are really taking care of yourself. Your eating right, exercising, and limiting your carbohydrates. However, one thing you cannot control or change is your genes. Insulin resistance (diabetes) does have a genetic basis...

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Can type 2 diabetes go away on it's own?

Question - For overweight individuals with type 2 diabetes, a modest 5 to 7 percent weight loss often helps to control the disease, but not make it go away.

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How long can a diabetic live with alcoholism and drug addiction?

Question - As a nurse, it is not in my realm of expertise to predict health outcomes. His doctor would be best equipped to respond. That said, with the number of significant issues facing your husband, I would think that the timeline is short before he experiences a serious health consequence. For some people, that's what triggers an interest in self-care...

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What do I do when blood sugar high?

Question - If your glucose is too high, and you cannot lean on the exercise department to help lower it, then the next step is to discuss medication options with your healthcare provider. The pain associated with surgery could be the cause for your higher glucose levels. Once you are back on your feet, your medications would be adjusted again...

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Can insulin shots in the stomach cause the stomach to become distended?

Question - I checked with a diabetes expert friend who said that insulin injections in the abdomen may result in local deposits of fat in the abdominal wall which might feel lumpy but it is not likely to cause the generalized bloating or distention that you are describing. It might be due to some other medical condition so a further workup would probably be helpful...

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Will Byetta help weight loss in non diabetics?

Question - The drug Byetta is designed for people who suffer from diabetes, however, it is not insulin and makes the body better able to control it's blood sugar by mimicking a hormone known as incretin, allowing the insulin already in the body to work better...

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Can chemo give you diabetes?

Question - Yes. Chemo can give you diabetes. The type of diabetes chemo can cause is Gestational Diabetes. This can be caused by hormonal changes which could be caused by chemo.

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If am diabetic, how can I keep my feet from getting damaged?

Question - The best way to care for diabetes is getting the right information in order to make changes that will have the most impact on your health and and ongoing support to maintain consistency in the actions you take.

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How does hydrogen peroxide effect diabetes?

Question - Many people have suggested that by taking hydrogen peroxide it can help reduce or eliminate the disease altogether. However while scientist are taking a serious look at the claim they have been unable to substantiate. In a small number of patients who consumes it they have had limited success in controlling...

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What are the applications of nanotechnology for diabetes?

Question - There are several applications of nanotechnology for diabetes. Some of those applications are Drug delivery and Blood glucose monitoring. Nanotechnology will help out alot with the detection and monitoring of diabetes.

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What is the link between diabetes and lactose intolerance?

Question - Lactose intolerance is caused by having less lactose or the absence of lactose, an enzyme which is needed to break down the lactose into a digestible form. There is notheing suggestive of theat stemming from some issue of an autoimmune condition, which makes lactose intolerance markedly different from...

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Is Type 2 diabetes curable?

Question - By eating healthy and keeping your weight down, it is curable. 90% of people who have type 2 and undergo bariatric surgery end up being rid of it.

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Is fish oil good for diabetes?

Question - Diabetes is a disease that is categorized into two groups type I and type II, the first type is one where the pancreas does not produce sufficient insulin and the second type is one where either the pancreas does not produce sufficient insulin and/or the body's cells become resistant to insulin leading to high blood sugar levels ...

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Is diabetes deadly?

Question - Diabetes can be very deadly, both Type I and Type II. Diabetes reduces the ability of the body to produce natural insulin which is used to break down sugar. Diabetes also causes problems such as: Kidney disease, vision and circulation problems, stroke, cardiovascular disease and more.

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What happens if I take Byetta stored above 77 degrees Fahrenheit?

Question - Taking Byetta stored above 77 degrees: Byetta (exenatide) is GLP-1, a polypeptide (long chain protein). This means that at high temperatures the medication begins to break down and does not work as well. The likelihood of this happening depends on the amount of heat the medication was stored in. Think about it like styrofoam...

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Is diabetes curable?

Question - Diabetes may or may not be a curable disease and many medical professionals and diabetics have varying opinions on the matter. According to the Cleveland Clinic which is one of the premiere hospital centers in the United States, diabetes is not curable but it is manageable...

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How many people are diagnosed with diabetes each year?

Question - There are 1.6 million new cases of diabetes diagnosed each year. http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/diabetes-statistics/

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How many diabetes cases are there per year?

Question - There are an estimated 135,000 new cases of Gestational diabetes per year. A total of an estimated 41 million people are diagnosed with having pre-diabetes in America.

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How long has diabetes been around?

Question - Diabetes has always been around. The first mention of diabetic symptoms seems to be the year 1552 BC in Ancient Egypt, a patient with excessive urination. The term Diabetes was first used in 100 BC by a physician named Aretaeus, who believed it to be a kidney ailment.

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How is diabetes transmitted?

Question - Diabetes cannot be transmitted from one person to another. Genetics can give you a higher risk of having diabetes. To help prevent diabetes make sure to keep exercising, and to eat healthy keeping sugar in moderation.

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How is diabetes spread?

Question - Diabetes isn't a disease like the common cold or flu that can be transmitted through the air. It is a genetic or acquired disease which usually strikes overweight or those with predisposed genetics. Diabetes usually runs in families, such as if people in your family have diabetes, you are probably more likely to contract it...

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Does diabetes cause diarrhea?

Question - Diabetes can cause diarrhea but in the later stages. Also, people with type 1 diabetes can develop celiac disease which can cause diarrhea, gas, and bloating.

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Can diabetes kill you?

Question - Yes. Diabetes can kill you if you do not follow your treatment plan, and if you don't change your diet as per your doctor's recommendation. The changes in your insulin level can kill you, as well as a low-immune system. You are also at a higher risk of a stroke.

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Is my mother's physical condition due to her poorly controlled diabetes?

Question - Glucose levels do fluctuate for people with diabetes, especially with higher carbohydrate content foods like ice cream. Some chose to mitigate this effect by taking more medication. And like you have mentioned, not everyone is completely honest about their food choices when seeking diabetes care.

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How can I help my parent figure out when her blood sugar is too high?

Question - Unfortunately, older people with diabetes often don't experience any signs of high blood sugar. Or, confusingly, the symptoms can mimic low blood sugar, such as feeling tired, hungry, or shaky. So the only way you or your parent can accurately assess the situation is by testing her blood sugar.

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Should I be concerned that my mom has lumps where she injects insulin?

Question - Yes. The lumps you describe are fat deposits that may occur when insulin is injected into the same general area on a repeated basis. The technical term for this condition is lipohypertrophy. These lumps can delay the absorption of insulin and cause unwanted glucose fluctuations that trigger low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia...

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How can I help my mother handle low blood sugar incidents?

Question - When your mother is having a low blood sugar episode, it's quite possible she may not have enough fuel in her brain to make rational decisions such as, "I need to eat something -- right now." Also, there's a tendency for warning signs -- which include irritability, shaking, sweating, headaches, confusion...

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How do I handle my dad's denial about his diabetes?

Question - Denial has its place: It helps protect people from difficult information. But, as you're finding with your father, it can also get in the way of doing what needs to be done to keep healthy. Still, tread lightly in your efforts to turn this situation around. If you push too hard, you run the risk of alienating your dad, which you don't want to do...

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What precautions should my dad, who has type 2 diabetes, take when traveling?

Question - When your father takes a trip, his diabetes travels with him; he can't take a vacation from his disease. So he should bring his glucose-monitoring equipment and any medications he's taking in his carry-on bag, not his checked luggage. (It's smart to check with the airline beforehand about its policy...

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What can I do to get my mom to take her diabetes pills, which she doesn't think are keeping her blood sugar in check?

Question - First, try to find out why your mother has stopped taking her diabetes drugs. Maybe she's recently been diagnosed and is still in denial about her condition or doesn't like the inconvenience of routine pill taking. Or perhaps she experiences uncomfortable side effects, such as severe low blood sugar, from her prescription pills...

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How should we handle a diabetic's fluctuating metaglip levels?

Question - Call your parent's prescribing healthcare provider to notify him or her of these highs and lows and make an appointment for your parent to see her doctor. Your parent should bring detailed food-activity-glucose records, and ask for a referral to a diabetes education program, if he or she isn't already in one...

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How does diabetes affect sleep?

Question - Diabetes is known to cause sleep disturbances like sleep apnea. Another disturbance that diabetes can cause is insomnia. Some disturbances of sleep are caused by pain in the limbs. Some people with diabetes might suffer from pain in the arm or the legs...

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What's an A1c test and why is it important for my dad to take it?

Question - The A1c test (you pronounce each letter and number separately), also referred to as the hemoglobin A1c or glycosylated hemoglobin test, gives information about your dad's average blood glucose levels over the previous six to eight weeks. It measures the amount of glucose, or sugar, that sticks to the...

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Is there a relationship between stress and blood sugar levels?

Question - Yes, absolutely. Physical and mental stress can cause blood sugar levels to skyrocket. Some people with type 2 diabetes see their numbers soar 100, 200 points or more under stress. And it's not just "bad" stress like illness, injury, or bankruptcy that can trigger such a response...

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Are there any known problems with Byetta not being completely absorbed?

Question - My byetta doseage has increased from 5 mcg to 10 mcg and I am also taking actoplus-met, yet my glucose is not coming down. I have noticed a very small amount of liquid still on the end of the needle after an injection and sometimes on my skin at the site of the injection. I am concerned that I am not getting the complete dose of byetta...

How long does insulin last once it's been opened?

Question - As a general rule, most bottles of insulin are good for 28 days once they're opened. Of course, how quickly a person goes through a vial is highly individual. Some may go through a bottle in a week or two. Others, on a lower dosage, may not use all the insulin within four weeks. But the drug's stability and potency is only guaranteed for 28 days...

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Must I take both meds for my diabetic foot pain?

Question - Metanx and Cymbalta work in different, yet synergistic ways.

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Do I have any legal rights over my sister who is an alcoholic and neglects to eat or take her medicine for her Type 1 diabetes?

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How long is a bottle of NovoLog insulin good for?

Question - An unopened vial of NovoLog insulin is good until the expiration date (it is best stored in the refrigerator).

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How can I encourage my wife, who has diabetes, to exercise more?

Question - Motivation to change is personal. Your wife has to want to exercise -- you can't do it for her. What you can do is set up an environment that gives her opportunities to be more active. But resist the temptation to transform from husband to athletic director. Such behavior will likely just backfire...

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What year did Byetta come out?

Question - Byetta, derived from the saliva of Gila monsters, first came on the market in 2005 through a company called Amylin Pharmaceuticals. The FDA has approved it for use in conjunction with a glucose-lowering oral medication. Although Byetta is taken by injection, it is not a replacement for insulin...

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Where can I buy Byetta without a prescription?

Question - there are some online drug stores that claim to be able to sell you byetta without a perscription however these sights may not be legitimate

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Where can I buy Byetta online?

Question - I can buy a Byetta at North West Pharmacy.The price was $249.89. I believe that this price is outrageous! All I had to do was google the name, and it popped up instantly. If I needed and injection, I would not shop for it at that web site-for sure. I have yet to find a reasonable price for this product...

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When does a doctor prescribe Byetta?

Question - Byetta is an injectable drug used to assist in blood sugar control in adults with Type II Diabetes. It is NOT insulin and should not be prescribed to individuals with Type I Diabetes. According to the Byetta Prescribing Information, this medication should not be used in conjunction with insulin, in patients...

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What is the difference between insulin and Byetta?

Question - Insulin is a protein hormone secreted by the pancreas, while Byetta is a drug manufactured by Amylin Pharmaceuticals that helps the pancreas produce insulin. Byetta is prescribed to people whose bodies do not produce insulin (Diabetes type-1).

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What strength does Byetta come in?

Question - Byetta is an injection that is used to control the glucose level in adults diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes mellitus. This is usually combined with diet and exercise programs. It is available in 2 strengths.One in 5 mcg and the other in 10 mcg strength. Both are good upto 60 doses each. Reference:http://www...

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What is the difference between Januvia and Byetta?

Question - Januvia helps lower your blood sugar levels along with diet and exercise. It is taken once daily. Byetta is an injectable prescription that may improve blood suger levels and control adult type two diabetes. The main difference between the two is one is swallowed and one is injected.

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Where is Byetta manufactured?

Question - Byetta is the brand name of the drug Exenatide injection. Byetta is a pharmaceutical manufactured and distributed jointly by Amylin Pharmaceuticals and Eli Lilly & Co. It is used to treat Type 2 diabetes by improving blood sugar control. The drug is manufactured in Amylin's plant in Hamilton, Ohio, outside of Cincinnati...

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Why did my Byetta stop working?

Question - This is a question best suited for your physician. Some have complained that their Byetta all of a sudden stopped working. You might need to switch the drug you are taking. Often there is more than one drug on the market to treat a condition.

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Why should I take Byetta before I eat?

Question - Byetta is a drug that is used to decrease post meal spikes in blood glucose. Byetta helps the pancreas secret insulin to handle the glucose coming into the body from the meal. It also increases feelings of fullness, allowing you to eat less food and feel more satisfied than you otherwise would...

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What should diabetics cut out of eating and should they avoid carbohydrates?

Question - No, definitely not. Carbohydrates, such as bread, rice, and pasta, are the body's main source of energy, and many carbohydrates, such as cereals, fruit, and dairy, contain nutrients essential to your father's good health. While it's true that carbs have a greater impact on your dad's blood glucose level...

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What's carbohydrate counting and should my dad do it?

Question - Carbohydrate counting is a method of meal planning based on estimating how many carbohydrates, measured in grams, are in a food. Carbohydrates include sugar, foods high in starch such as potatoes and pasta, and fiber-filled foods such as grain-based breads and cereals. Carbs are also found in fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and many beverages...

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Why do I get diarrhea when I take Byetta?

Question - As far as I can find there is no hard and fast reason that Byetta will cause diarrhea in some patients. It happens in about 13% of patients that take the drug but most do not have any problems with this. The most common gastro-intestinal problem associated with this drug is nausea...

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What is Byetta made from?

Question - Byetta (exenatide) is a chemical (peptide) that was originally discovered in a lizard called Heloderma suspectum, or the Gila monster. However, the chemical is synthetically made for Byetta.

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Where do you inject Byetta?

Question - Byetta should be injected as instructed by your healthcare provider. It should be injected under the skin of your abdomen/waste area (away from the belly botton), the upper arms, and the upper legs (thigh).

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What is the cost of Byetta?

Question - Like many prescription drugs, the cost to the patient for Byetta is dependant on a number of factors. When purchasing a month's supply of the drug alone, patients may pay $200 to $250 not including the cost of shipping (if applicable) and the cost of injectible supplies...

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What happens to Byetta when it freezes?

Question - Byetta should not be frozen, and if the Byetta pen is indeed frozen, it should be thrown away. Once thawed out, the Byetta is ruined and it has been reported that it is rendered ineffective. It appears that it carries no adverse side effects, it's just useless...

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Does Byetta cause joint pain?

Question - Byetta can cause joint pain. Joint pain while taking Byetta is caused by a different side effect, low blood-sugar. Hypoglycemia (low blood-sugar) can be dangerous and if you are on Byetta and have joint pain often, you should see your doctor. Hypoglycemia and joint pain are considered rare side effects...

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Does Byetta cause heartburn?

Question - Studies showed that people taking the drug Byetta, did experience heartburn as a side effect. It was recorded that up to 6% of the patients encountered heartburn.

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Does Byetta cause hair loss?

Question - The medication Byetta is used to treat Type II Diabetes. There is no clinical evidence that Byetta causes hair loss. However, many people taking Byetta complain of hair loss while taking the medication. One possible contributing factor is Byetta effects hormone levels which in turn can lead to hair loss...

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Does Byetta cause depression?

Question - None of the following websites listed depression as an effect of Byetta: WebMD, Drugs.com, MedicineNet. However, they did list certain side effects of the drug that could certainly lead to depression in some people. These include decreased appetite, diarrhea, headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and in some extreme cases, acute pancreatitis...

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Does Byetta cause anxiety?

Question - In the documented studies taken for Byetta, anxiety was not listed under the side effects of taking the drug. However, feeling jittery was noted in up to 9% of the people involved in the study. If you are experiencing side effects of anxiety after taking Byetta, please report this to your health care provider immediately...

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Can children take Byetta?

Question - It is not known if Byetta is safe or effective for children, so it's recommended that children do not take it. Byetta is a safe and effective treatment for Type 2 Diabetes in adults. Keep your Byetta pen, pen needles, and all medications out of the reach of children.

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What is the difference between Actos and Avandia?

Question - Actos and Avandia belong to a class of drugs calle giltazones, prescribed to treat insulin resistance, and have similar mechanisms of action. Actos is taken once a day, while Avandia may be needed up to twice per day. Each of the drugs has a slightly different side effect profile, so you should talk...

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What drug company makes Avandia?

Question - The Manufacturer of Avandia is GlaxoSmithKline, formerly known as SmithKline Beecham.

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What are recommended substitutes for Avandia?

Question - There are a few recommended substitutes for Avandia. The most closely related medication to Avandia is a medication called Actos. Just as Avandia is a thiazolidines glitazones medicine, Actos is also in the same family of prescription drugs...

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Is Avandia used to treat dementia?

Question - Avandia is used to increase insulin sensitivity in individuals suffering from insulin resistance. There is currently no approved, on-label use for Avandia in dementia. However, there is currently a study being conducted on the effects of Avandia on Alzheimer's patients. The study is currently underway and there are no conclusive results yet...

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Is Avandia still on the market?

Question - Avandia, a drug manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline for the treatment of diabetes, was first approved by the FDA in May 1999, and it is still on the market. In 2002, new warnings were printed on the labels for Avandia noting that the risk of heart failure increased when using the drug...

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Has Avandia been linked to atrial fibrillation?

Question - Avandia (rosiglitazone) is a drug that is used to treat type 2 diabetes in patients by making the body more sensitive to insulin, thereby reducing high blood sugar levels. Research has found data that indicates a link between taking Avandia and future heart problems, in 2007 the U.S...

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Does Avandia cause psoriasis?

Question - Psoriasis is not listed as one of the side effects of Avandia. None of the side effects listed are skin related as it concerns Avandia. Some of the side effects that Avandia causes are upper respiratory infections which give off a cold and flu like effect. Another side effect is broken bones in women...

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Does Avandia cause low platelet count?

Question - Avandia is the motst widely tested and used type 2 diabetes medicine. It is recommended with healty eating and exercise. There are side effects that related to blood flow but does not seem to cause low platelet count in the patient's blood...

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Does Avandia cause anemia?

Question - Case studies have show that Anemia can be a side affects of the medication Avandia used to help control blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetes. The case study showed that 1.9 percent of the people taking Avandia had Anemia as a side affect if the drug. Avandia did have several other side affects that as well as some that pertain only to woman...

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Does Byetta cause kidney stones?

Question - Yes, a rare side effect of the prescription drug Byetta is kidney stones. While rare, Byetta can cause kidney stones, kidney failure, and other side effects. Before you start taking Byetta, it is important to inform your doctor of any past troubles you have had with your kidneys, so that he or she can decide if Byetta is a safe drug for you...

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Does Byetta cause muscle pain?

Question - Muscle and joint pain in individuals who take Byetta is a common side effect. The cause of the pain is usually related to hypoglycemia (abnormally low blood sugar). Individuals should report pain, especially knee pain, to their doctors immediately, as this is a sign of hypoglycemia and can be life threatening...

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Does Byetta cause nausea?

Question - Byetta does cause nausea. In the studies conducted, up to 44% of the people that participated, reported having experienced nausea as a side effect.

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What happens if you take Byetta that's been frozen?

Question - Byetta that has been frozen is not usable and shouldn't be taken, it should also be protected from the sun, the byetta pens should never be frozen as well

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What happens if I take too much Byetta in a day?

Question - The drug exenatide, also known by its brand name as Byetta is an injectable medication that is used to help control blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. The timing of doses is very important when taking Byetta, it is meant to be taken within an hour before eating at least 6 hours after the previous dose according to Drugs...

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Is it safe to take Byetta together with insulin?

Question - The most general answer to this question is yes, it is generally safe to take Byetta together with insulin. It is important to note that Byetta is not insulin, and should not be used as such. It is also important for you and your doctor for form a treatment plan, specifying how much Byetta and how much insulin you should be consuming...

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Is Byetta ok with CHF patients?

Question - Byetta (exenatide) is a drug that is used by doctors to treat patients with type 2 diabetes, as it helps to control high blood sugar levels by making the body's cells more sensitive to insulin. Patients with CHF or congestive heart failure, a condition where the heart is no longer able to pump enough...

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Is Byetta available in Canada?

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How do you use a Byetta pen?

Question - A Byetta pen is an injection device for type 2 diabetes. It helps control blood sugar by increasing insulin production. It is injected twice a day usually with food and contains preloaded injection cartridges of a 5mcg drug that was approved by the FDA in 2005. To use it, first pull off the blue cap cover...

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How do you give yourself a Byetta shot?

Question - Byetta injections should be administered twice daily, once before breakfast and dinner. Byetta shots come in easy pre-filled pens that included a pen "users manual". This manual will instruct you step by step on how to give yourself the shots.

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How do you administer Byetta?

Question - When administering any drug following instructions and using great caution is strongly recommended. Byetta is a drug which helps the pancreas to produce more insulin. The drug is taken by being injected into a persons system. Typically, the drug is taken twice a day and the shot is given in the thigh, abdomen, or the upper arm...

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How can I decrease nausea created by Byetta?

Question - Individuals looking to decrease their nausea on Byetta (a drug utilized to treat diabetes) should first contact their prescribing physician. He or she may be able to suggest prescription anti-nausea medications to help relieve the symptoms such as Zofran and Phenergan...

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Does Byetta need to be refrigerated?

Question - You no longer have to refrigerate Byetta. One of the biggest problems that people had at first with Byetta has just disappeared. The need for people to keep Byetta cool has been a special problem for people when they fly. The Transportation Security Administration doesn't like the gel packs in the Byetta...

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Does Byetta make you tired?

Question - Since taking Byetta I am very tired and sleepy

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Does Byetta cause sleep disturbance?

Question - Yes, Byetta can cause sleep disturbances from incredibly vivid dreams to insomnia. Those that experience insomnia tend to fall into two categories, those whose minds become more active at night, which makes it impossible to go to sleep, and those that fall asleep for a few hours and then wake up and cannot go back to sleep...

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Does Byetta cause skin problems?

Question - Byetta is an injection can cause irritation at the injection site. Byetta will case a rash if it comes in direct contact with the skin.

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Does Byetta cause skin burning?

Question - Byetta is used to treat high blood sugar levels. In some forums people have reported skin burning even though Drugs.com says it does not cause skin burning. If your skin is burning on Byetta, the root cause is most likely an allergic reaction. Some have also had localized minimal to severe itching at the injection site...

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Does Byetta cause rashes?

Question - Byetta can cause rashes. This is one of the most common side effects and generally will occur at the injection site.

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