hey everyone

February 2, 2006

Kat if you do get to the point where you really want to quit ask your Doctor for Zyban.It reduces the cravings and it is working better then anything else I have used.I have been trying for a year and finally am on 4th day.Hope is doing better.Keep us filled in

Gail

-----Original Message-----From: Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies [mailto:Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies ]On Behalf Of kathyshel2000Sent: February 1, 2006 8:19 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: HEY EVERYONEHEY GAIL GOOD LUCK AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK I NEED TO STOP SMOKING AND WISH I COULD MAYBE ONE DAY.HEY D HOPE EVERYTHING IS OK WHEN YOU GO TO THE DR.HI DE WHO THINGS GOING AND TO EVERYONE ELSE HOPE YOU ARE DOING OK THESE DAYS. KAT AND DONALD

February 2, 2006

Thank god for that.He was honest with you too,which is good.

Gail

RE: HEY EVERYONE

Things are great here. I got into my new office yesterday changing my commute from 1-1/1/2 hours each way to 15-20 min each way. Thank God that’s over. I think Beth has the flu. She’s had a low fever all week but they sent her home school yesterday with 102. Cale called at 12:30 this morning to tell me he got a citation for underage possession of alcohol & they made a comment on the ticket that they were also in possession of a small amount of weed. But I’m happy because I didn’t have to turn him down for asking if I’d get him out of jail – since they didn’t take him.

De (having fun, but not as much as Allan)

-----Original Message-----From: Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies [mailto:Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies ] On Behalf Of kathyshel2000Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2006 11:19 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: HEY EVERYONE

HEY GAIL GOOD LUCK AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK I NEED TO STOP SMOKING AND WISH I COULD MAYBE ONE DAY.HEY D HOPE EVERYTHING IS OK WHEN YOU GO TO THE DR.HI DE WHO THINGS GOING AND TO EVERYONE ELSE HOPE YOU ARE DOING OK THESE DAYS. KAT AND DONALD

February 13, 2006

A small number of people who have taken metformin have developed a

serious condition called lactic acidosis that has been fatal in up to 50% of

cases. Lactic acidosis has occurred most often in people whose kidneys were

not working properly. Liver problems may also increase the risk of

developing lactic acidosis. Stop taking metformin and call your doctor

immediately if you experience a feeling of general discomfort or sickness;

weakness; sore or aching muscles; trouble breathing, unusual drowsiness,

dizziness or lightheadedness; unusual or unexplained stomach upset (after

the initial stomach upset that may occur at the start of therapy with

metformin); or the sudden development of a slow or irregular heartbeat.

These may be signs of lactic acidosis.

Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking metformin. Together,

alcohol and metformin may increase the risk of lactic acidosis and

hypoglycemia.

Metformin does not usually cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).

Nevertheless, hypoglycemia may occur in the treatment of diabetes, as a

result of skipped meals, excessive exercise, or alcohol consumption. Know

the signs and symptoms of low blood sugar, which include hunger, headache,

drowsiness, weakness, dizziness, a fast heartbeat, sweating, tremor, and

nausea. Carry non-dietetic candy or glucose tablets to treat episodes of low

blood sugar.

Metformin is used to regulate blood glucose (sugar) levels. Metformin works

in three ways: first, it reduces the amount of glucose produced by your

liver; second, it reduces the amount of glucose absorbed from food through

your stomach; and third, it makes the insulin that your body produces work

better to reduce the amount of glucose already in your blood.

Metformin is used to treat type 2 diabetes. Metformin may be used alone or

together with insulin or other diabetes medicines.

Metformin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this

medication guide.

Do not take metformin without first talking to your doctor if you

a.. have kidney disease;

b.. have liver disease;

c.. have congestive heart failure;

d.. have acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic

ketoacidosis;

e.. have had a heart attack or a stroke;

f.. have a serious infection, illness, or injury;

g.. need to have surgery;

h.. need to have x-rays or other procedures using injectable contrast

agents;

i.. are dehydrated (have lost water from your body) due to diarrhea,

vomiting, fever, heat stroke, decreased fluid intake, or any other cause;

j.. drink alcohol; or

k.. are 80 years of age or older and have not had your kidney function

tested.

You may not be able to take metformin, or you may require a dosage

adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the

conditions listed above.

Contact your doctor if you develop a fever or an infection, require surgery,

or if you experience a serious injury. Illness or injury may cause a loss of

blood sugar control and insulin (or an adjustment of a current insulin dose)

may be required for a period of time.

Metformin is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely

to harm an unborn baby. Generally, insulin is the drug of choice for

controlling diabetes during pregnancy. Do not take metformin without first

talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during

treatment.

Stop taking metformin and seek emergency medical attention if you

experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the

throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).