"For the first two months on symlin you have to use a low dose, as they recommend, about 15 mcg. I did that and also lowered the insulin by 1/2 up front. I set my CGM to alert me in 1 1/2 hours when I gave the rest of the insulin. At that point the…"
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MaureenH replied to Sarah K's discussion 'Pen Symlin in a Pump?' in the group Symlin Users Forum"I actually used the 60 mcg for a year and then my body got used to it and it wasn't having the desired effects. So I wanted to increase some but the 120 was much too much and caused lows. For you 60 may be fine. One lady wrote that she used 75…"
MaureenH replied to Sarah K's discussion 'Pen Symlin in a Pump?' in the group Symlin Users Forum"Yes, these calculations are correct. Gary Scheiner told me this himself and I checked with my endo. I inject the symlin with syringes now because I use 90 mcg (9 units on the syringe) and the pen only allows 60 or 120. There is a man on this list…"
MaureenH replied to elbs's discussion 'Symlin not working?'"I have written on here earlier. I have been using symlin for a year now. I started low and went up the the 60 mcg over a longer period of time (6 months). I felt nauseated enough to cut down on snacks and lost about 5 lbs. I am not overweight but…"
MaureenH replied to Kaayle's discussion 'What is your dosage and method of delivery of Symlin?' in the group Symlin Users Forum"I am now doing 120 cgm before meals. I used 60 for several months but the effect wore off, or so I thought. The symlin people say it doesn't wear off. I am now using just about the right amount of insulin up fron, maybe a little less. I am…"
MaureenH replied to katliwidia's discussion 'Newbie' in the group Symlin Users Forum"If you start the symlin at the 15 mcg and keep it there a couple of weeks the nausea is not bad. I also do the shot right before I eat. Yes, with cereal I marveled when it did not go up to 300 in an hour. but remember that symlin delays this so it…"
MaureenH replied to Ruth's discussion 'Pumping Symlin' in the group Symlin Users Forum"I answered this in a different area a few minutes ago so it is a repeat. Hello Que,
I am actually finding that since using symlin (April 2011) my needs have changed. I mentioned the total insulin I need is down from 30 units a day to about 25 u/day.…"
MaureenH replied to katliwidia's discussion 'Newbie' in the group Symlin Users Forum"I am actually finding that since using symlin (April 2011) my needs have changed. I mentioned the total insulin I need is down from 30 units a day to about 25 u/day. When I started symlin with the pen, first at 15 mcg and then up to 30 and now 60, I…"
MaureenH replied to Ruth's discussion 'Pumping Symlin' in the group Symlin Users Forum"Que, I added you as a friend so we can correspond. My email is helins19@verizon.net. I am interested in your experience with symlin and how you convert the measurements. I don't know if I am ready to wear two pumps but I have two. I don't…"
MaureenH replied to Ruth's discussion 'Pumping Symlin' in the group Symlin Users Forum"Actually that is a good question because I have problems finding good sites for the insulin. Also I can't use them more than three days. I run out when my three month supply is up."
MaureenH replied to Ruth's discussion 'Pumping Symlin' in the group Symlin Users Forum"Hello Ruth, It would be good to hear from Que also since she is the expert. I have not tried to go above 60 except on a few occasions when I knew I was eating more than normal over the holidays. Yes, I do not want to be nauseated again either. I…"
MaureenH replied to Ruth's discussion 'Pumping Symlin' in the group Symlin Users Forum"Wow. I am impressed. I started symlin in April 2011 after convincing my endo to give me the prescription. He thought it was worthless. I went up to the 60mcg after a couple of months and I really like it. It keeps me from being hungry. I am not…"
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- At 2:56pm on April 24, 2011,
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- At 2:05pm on April 24, 2011,
lotsofshots said… - Hi there, I hope that you have a very Happy Birthday today!
- At 5:07pm on April 9, 2011,
Donna H said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 8:46am on April 9, 2011, Doris D said…
- WELCOME TO OUR REALLY BIG FAMILY! MY FRIEND!!!!!! We are here to give you some advice and be by your side anytime you need us! We're like any family though sometimes we agree, sometimes we don't. Famlies though huh?
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- At 6:42am on April 9, 2011,
Marie B said… - hi Maureen, welcome! Please let me know if you have any questions about how things work around here. glad you've joined us.
- At 8:11pm on April 8, 2011,
Linda G said… 
Welcome home Maureen.....
Take a peek at some the other groups when you get a chance. Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
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- At 6:02pm on April 8, 2011,
Jesus Ingles said… - Welcome to our wonderful cyber home away from home. Hope you stay awhile, if you have any questions or just need some support, please feel free to reach out to any of us since we’re all here for each other. Look around and join any groups or discussions that might be of interest.
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