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I got a scare! I woke up took my sugar it was 165 then decided to try and do 45 units of symlin. I have been doing 30. I ate a bowl of noodles and took 6 units of apidra. and then was sitting here and all of a sudden felt like my sugar was low. I ...
Welcome! I am in a simular boat as you. I also take Apidra, Lantus, and Symlin. I am up to 120mcg and it works most of the time. The idea was to stop the highs. I do get a very full feeling after taking the Symlin. I also have to take it right bef...
Well today is my 2nd day.....still on the 15 mcg and haven't experienced any nausea. hopefully i'm lucky or will i get it when i go up on my dosage? My sugars were messed up yesterday and still was taking my apidra. I go into see my dr again on th...
Whne I was doing the shots--I didnt change my long acting. The short acting that I took with my meals I cut in half..checked in one hour..if over 180 gave 1/2 the remaining half..then checked again in one hour if not down to 140--tookthe rest (I o...
Ok i've taken 2 doses total today.....my sugars have been all over the place too. Right now i feel a little like when i have a low sugar reading but i just took it and it said it was 224! It's not unusual for me to have some highs like that normal...
I am a T1 and usually I use a pump, but have used symlin while off the pump too (not long) but had to make those changes so if you have a question might be able to answer it in non pump lingo
Symlin will definitely help with the appetite and satiety issues. Work up to 120mcg if you can- that will give you the best results. The weight loss can be rather profound, which appears to be what you are looking for. I have a 2 part, soon to be ...
hi everyone! This may sound strange but i'm kinda a mixed diabetic. I was diagnosed at a Type 2 age 21 about 6 years ago. Now a dr. that i'm seeing now tested me and she said i'm mostly a type 1 but make a little bit of insulin on my own.
Anyways ...
This group is a forum for Symlin (pramlintide acetate) users or people who would like more information on this new treatment for type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Symlin is a synthetic form of the human hormone amylin which is made by the beta cells.
Profile Information
- Hometown (where you come from):
- Fort Bragg
- Do you have diabetes?
- Yes
- Type of diabetes
- Type 1
- Most recent A1C (Blood Glucose Average) Value
- 6.3
- What glucose meter do you use?
- Precision Xtra
- Type of treatment you use
- Shots
- How did you find out about us? What were you searching for?
- I was looking on information about Symlin
- What do you do for a living?
- homemaker
Comment Wall (4 comments)
- At 11:49am on April 10, 2009,
Dora said…
- Yes it is normal. Every time you increase your dosage you could get a full or ill feeling. I have also noticed the discomfort in the shot. I have found it is better in the belly than the thighs.
- At 5:51pm on April 7, 2009,
Manny Hernandez said…
- HI Jinae,
Glad you found us. I see you already joined the Symlin Users group. It's a great resource about Symlin. The drug didn't work for me, but it works for many people.
Here are some Helpful Links about our community:
* New Members Guide
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- At 11:58am on April 7, 2009,
Yvonne C. said…
- I heard positive things about Symlin. How has it worked for you?
- At 11:57am on April 7, 2009,
Yvonne C. said…
Welcome to TuDiabetes!!
Hello Jinae! I am part of the Welcoming Committee and you are now part of a supportive community for diabetics! When you have the time, please don’t hesitate to meet your fellow members within the forums, groups and blog areas.
Check out this guide for new members. It has lots of tips about finding your way around the community!
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If you know of any other individuals who may interested in a very supportive diabetes community, feel free to invite them to join TuDiabetes. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Best Regards,
Yvonne C.
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