I have been taking Starlix (along with Metformin and Lantus) for three years. I rarely have lows and have seen no weight gain. I have found that if I take Starlix 30 min. before my meal, it will drop my blood sugar to an acceptable level before I eat.
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Heidi | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/9/2017
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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I have been on Starlix for only 3 days but my blood sugars are going up instead of down. Maybe it takes awhile for it to work.
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Creedance5 | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
10/4/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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A1C is about 7.5. I've been taking Starlix for over 2 years with insulin shots. I don't see real change in numbers but I feel anything to get numbers down is worth the effort. I recommend taking it.
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millie | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/27/2013
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 3.7
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I have been on it now for a week and a half, 3x a day along with Metformin 2x a day. Levels are slighly better, but I have gained 5lbs!!! I am having constipation since beginning it as well.
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
4/12/2012
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 4.0
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/13/2012
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 2.7
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I am experiencing Headache, nahusia, dry mouth, tingling in my toes, and drausy.
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Anonymous | 75 or over | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
2/4/2012
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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allows me to maintain my ideal weight without having my blood sugar to go too high. My HabAic is 6.5. do not have any bad side effects
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
11/15/2011
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 1.7
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I have been on this drug for 2 months. At first my blood sugars remained low, then they have gradually creeped upward to the mid to high 100's. My dietary habits have not changed at all, so so see no reason why my blood sugars are getting higher.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
8/30/2011
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 1.7
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I have taken this drug for 3 weeks. I have experienced weight gain, vision problems, and cardiovascular problems (sluggish, out of breath - and I'm an active person). I stopped taking it 4 days ago and eht energy level is up, the weight is going down but still have vision problems. Seeing both my Family Dr and Optomostrist to find out why the problems.
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CoCo | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/31/2011
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 2.3
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I am disappointed that my doctor put me on this pill knowing that I have kidney disease. Thankful that I took time to come to this website and read all the information on the drug. I did the research due to the fact that my blood pressure went wacko and I ended up in the hospital for 2 days. My kidney function was checked and the readings had gotten worse. My cardiologist inquired about any new drugs and the only new drug I have beent taking for the last 2 weeks is Starlix. I believe that Starlix was the reason, and I am glad I have not used it for more than 2 weeks. Will discuss this with my doctor. I am not a happy camper right now.Read More Read Less
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krnsmith | 45-54 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
8/16/2010
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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I have taken since 2002. If I don't take it before breakfast and dinner, my sugar can get up to 200 or just past as well as some meals at noon. I feel though I have to eat a certain amount at a meal to keep from getting low sugar though and may keep me from loosing weight. I am a nibbler at times and can do ok between meals unless it is too much and then I take an additional Starlix. On no other meds. Fasting glucose usually from 110-130. Post meals very up to 180. Last AC1 was 6.1.
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Moondog | 65-74 | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
7/31/2010
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 4.3
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Been using this drug for over five years now and take it before each meal. I still bet high BS readings(150-175) when I get up in the morning but is returns to a more normal resding before lunch (100-110) My doctor and I do not plan on changing anything at this time.
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moona | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
6/23/2010
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 4.3
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Anonymous | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 5 to less than 10 years | Patient
6/11/2010
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 4.7
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I had excellent results for 7 years and now must add another drug. The generic Starlex (nateglinde) tastes terrible.
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Byung | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
5/2/2010
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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I am not exercise not much.
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lady | 65-74 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/22/2009
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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how long does it take the medication to become effective, I have taken it 5 days 3Xs aday and my blood sugar is up to 200 and will not decrease
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Anonymous | 75 or over | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
2/26/2009
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 4.7
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[email protected] | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 1 to less than 2 years | Patient
2/21/2009
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 5.0
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Since taking this dug for more than a month I have had severe lower flank pain.
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1dad | 55-64 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
2/5/2009
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 4.3
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Anonymous |
1/15/2009
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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My blood sugar went from 125to180
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5iqvef | 65-74 | Female | On medication for 2 to less than 5 years | Patient
12/30/2008
Condition: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Overall rating 5.0
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starlix has been a great help to keep my blood sugar under control.
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