****WTDS**** July 6th Edition

[bl1210]

Jul 7, 2015 8:49:01 GMT -5 gabride2010 said:

Jul 7, 2015 8:45:54 GMT -5 bl1210 said:

gabride2010,I haven't had many side effects at all. If I don't eat when I take it, I will get a little queezy but I never throw up. I had upset stomach once or twice when I first went to the third dose. I have been VERY fortunate!

Sorry to all the other ladies I haven't individually tagged!! Know that I'm thinking about and rooting for all you!! It's been a little hectic at work after being gone on a mini vacation last week.

I took Metformin 500mg 3x/day (1500mg total dose), and I consistently had GI side effects from it. It figured after a month it would go away, but nope. I eventually stopped taking it because I couldn't predict when that side effect would occur. I never had any nausea from it though. I just need to suck it up and take it!

Did you gradually increase your dosage?  I took 500mg once a day for 2 weeks, then 500mg 2x/day for 5 months.  I was just bumped up to 3X/day two weeks ago.  I haven't ovulated or had a natural cycle and I haven't lost an ounce.  This new dose has curbed my appetite A LOT, so I hope that is a good sign that it could be working on the rest of my body too.  wishful thinking...

[gabride2010]

Jul 7, 2015 9:03:05 GMT -5 bl1210 said:

Jul 7, 2015 8:49:01 GMT -5 gabride2010 said:

I took Metformin 500mg 3x/day (1500mg total dose), and I consistently had GI side effects from it. It figured after a month it would go away, but nope. I eventually stopped taking it because I couldn't predict when that side effect would occur. I never had any nausea from it though. I just need to suck it up and take it!

Did you gradually increase your dosage?  I took 500mg once a day for 2 weeks, then 500mg 2x/day for 5 months.  I was just bumped up to 3X/day two weeks ago.  I haven't ovulated or had a natural cycle and I haven't lost an ounce.  This new dose has curbed my appetite A LOT, so I hope that is a good sign that it could be working on the rest of my body too.  wishful thinking...

Yes, I did taper up the dose. Although, I can't remember how fast/slow I did it. I think I did the two week schedule that you described. I think I do better on 1,000mg than I do on 1,500mg. That lunch dose is what gets me (it could be all in my head though!). I have a few Metformin in my purse, and I should take one. Even 500 or 1,000 is better than nothing.

[gabride2010]

Jul 7, 2015 9:30:02 GMT -5 ugaqueencity said:

gabride2010, I started Metformin in the middle of June after having blood work done to test my hormone levels. Right now I'm only at 500 mg/day and haven't had many side effects although I get nauseous if I don't eat after taking it. I have a follow up appointment next week to retest my levels and I'm assuming they'll increase my dosage. I would definitely talk to your doctor if it's causing issues though

I like your slow increase schedule. Maybe that would work better for me instead of the two week schedule. I will have to try increasing my dose slower and see if that makes a difference. I suppose I will just have to deal with the GI stuff if/when it happens again because I need the Metformin.

I hope your levels are improved on the Metformin!

[Ruca]

Numbers: N/A

Circumstances: TTA until Septemberish

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: DH has interviewed for 2 jobs now so we are waiting to see what happens with this because it could effect TTC

GTKY: What is your favorite way to eat a potato? Mmmmm I love potatoes any kind of way but I'd have to say a baked potato with butter, cheese, sour cream, bacon bits, onions and green peppers

[gabride2010]

FX for your H Ruca!

Edited to fix tag

[Andrea]

gabride2010, I just saw your tag! Sorry for the delay in answering.

So I was started on 500mgs for 2 weeks, and then got bumped up to 500mg/ 2x per day. It was a little rough getting started; but things are usually good when I am watching what I am eating, so staying away from fatty/sugary/carby stuff. I am five months in. It seemed to help shorten my cycles, and I have lost about 12 lbs, but it has not helped with consistent ovulation. Hence the start of Femara.

My RE just re-submitted my prescription and I got bumped up to 1000mg/2x per day, I am on day two of the new dosage and so far it has not been horrible but my stomach is definitely like "WTF"

Good luck!!

[bazinga]

Jul 7, 2015 12:52:40 GMT -5 Ruca said:

Numbers: Not sure how to capture this... started TFAS in April, BFP in June turned out to be ectopic. 

Circumstances: I got treated with methotrexate 2 weeks ago.  It worked quickly with my HCG levels are undetectable as of yesterday. I'm now benched until September.

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: Doing well physically but struggling emotionally with what's happened.  I guess that's normal...

GTKY: What is your favorite way to eat a potato? Homemade, twice-fried chunky chips - as close as I can get to the "fries" that come with British fish and chips here in the USA!

[bazinga]

Ruca, sorry for the very edited "quote". I thought I could maybe copy paste the format from a previous post - nope! I'm sure will get the hang of posting properly soon!!

[bazinga]

penguin129, thanks for pointing me over here.

woodenshoes, wow, our circumstances are very similar... sorry you're going through this too

[gabride2010]

Jul 7, 2015 21:05:05 GMT -5 Andrea said:

gabride2010, I just saw your tag! Sorry for the delay in answering.

So I was started on 500mgs for 2 weeks, and then got bumped up to 500mg/ 2x per day. It was a little rough getting started; but things are usually good when I am watching what I am eating, so staying away from fatty/sugary/carby stuff. I am five months in. It seemed to help shorten my cycles, and I have lost about 12 lbs, but it has not helped with consistent ovulation. Hence the start of Femara.

My RE just re-submitted my prescription and I got bumped up to 1000mg/2x per day, I am on day two of the new dosage and so far it has not been horrible but my stomach is definitely like "WTF"

Good luck!!

I think diet was definitely part of my troubles with Metformin. I ate whatever I wanted (a lot of fast food and fat/carbs/sugar). I have mostly overhauled my eating habits, and I think that would help when I restart Metformin.

I hope your stomach adjusts to your new dose without any difficulty!

[TheEleventhHour]

Jul 6, 2015 14:02:10 GMT -5 Andrea said:

I miss TheEleventhHour!!! Are you settling into your new house? How are things?

Hiiiiiiii! I miss everyone! We are settling in but we still don't have internet here and I am perilously close to going over my monthly data which is why I have been MIA. It has been a PITA trying to get it. The company we were set to get it though cancelled our order because they didn't actually have room on their grid for us. I didn't know that was a thing but I suppose par for the course for more rural living.

But beyond no internet we are loving it here! We are almost completely unpacked, really just need to tackle the kitchen, and we got new furniture for the living room today. I hope we will have internet at some point this month so I can join back in here more.

[nuggetrn]

TheEleventhHour, I am so so HAPPY to see you here!

I am glad you are getting all settled in nicely! Not having internet has to suck I am sure! I hope you're able to get all of that figured out sooner rather than later!

Pictures of the new house needed when you are able!! Lol.

[gabride2010]

Glad to see you again TheEleventhHour! I hope y'all get internet soon. We definitely need pictures of your new place!

[penguin129]

There you are TheEleventhHour! I'm glad things are going well with the move. Do you have any prospects for internet service??

[penguin129]

Jul 7, 2015 23:15:15 GMT -5 bazinga said:

Ruca, sorry for the very edited "quote". I thought I could maybe copy paste the format from a previous post - nope! I'm sure will get the hang of posting properly soon!!

I'm glad you found your way over here. I haven't figured out how to copy and paste yet either and I've been on here since January. LOL!

[penguin129]

woodenshoes I'm sorry for you loss and that you find yourself here.

[woodenshoes]

bazinga I saw your intro post and I felt I was reading about myself. I am sorry that you had to go through it too. I hope the 3 months goes quickly for both of us. When is your three months actually up? Mine is the start of October.

[penguin129]

I got the results of my TSH labs today. My numbers dropped even lower. I went from a 1.05 to a 0.86. The doctor wants my levels to be at a 2. She is continuing the dose I was on and I have to test again in 6 weeks. Then she will decide if she needs to decrease the dose. I was really hoping my levels would be good and I could move on to testing every few months instead of 6 weeks. It looks like it is a good thing we pushed back TFAS because my levels aren't normal yet. I have the feelz.

[nuggetrn]

Jul 8, 2015 13:28:00 GMT -5 penguin129 said:

I got the results of my TSH labs today. My numbers dropped even lower. I went from a 1.05 to a 0.86. The doctor wants my levels to be at a 2. She is continuing the dose I was on and I have to test again in 6 weeks. Then she will decide if she needs to decrease the dose. I was really hoping my levels would be good and I could move on to testing every few months instead of 6 weeks. It looks like it is a good thing we pushed back TFAS because my levels aren't normal yet. I have the feelz.

O, I am sorry you are still not where your dr wants to you be. Big ((hugs)). 

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Hope things improve quickly for you penguin129,

[Andrea]

Jul 8, 2015 13:28:00 GMT -5 penguin129 said:

I got the results of my TSH labs today. My numbers dropped even lower. I went from a 1.05 to a 0.86. The doctor wants my levels to be at a 2. She is continuing the dose I was on and I have to test again in 6 weeks. Then she will decide if she needs to decrease the dose. I was really hoping my levels would be good and I could move on to testing every few months instead of 6 weeks. It looks like it is a good thing we pushed back TFAS because my levels aren't normal yet. I have the feelz.

Hugs lady!

[Andrea]

Jul 8, 2015 12:10:44 GMT -5 TheEleventhHour said:

Jul 6, 2015 14:02:10 GMT -5 Andrea said:

I miss TheEleventhHour!!! Are you settling into your new house? How are things?

Hiiiiiiii! I miss everyone! We are settling in but we still don't have internet here and I am perilously close to going over my monthly data which is why I have been MIA. It has been a PITA trying to get it. The company we were set to get it though cancelled our order because they didn't actually have room on their grid for us. I didn't know that was a thing but I suppose par for the course for more rural living.

But beyond no internet we are loving it here! We are almost completely unpacked, really just need to tackle the kitchen, and we got new furniture for the living room today. I hope we will have internet at some point this month so I can join back in here more.

We miss you terribly! Hope the internet people get their butts in gear so you can get back to what's important, WTDS.

[penguin129]

Thanks all! In September it'll be a year since I got my dx and I feel like this should be figured out by now. At least I know this is an issue before we start trying again. I just hate waiting.

[teachermomtobe]

Hugs penguin129! Good to hear from you TheEleventhHour!

[bazinga]

Jul 8, 2015 13:11:30 GMT -5 woodenshoes said:

bazinga I saw your intro post and I felt I was reading about myself. I am sorry that you had to go through it too. I hope the 3 months goes quickly for both of us. When is your three months actually up? Mine is the start of October.

I hope so too woodenshoes. My 3 months will be up 3rd week in September so just a little before you.  My Dr also recommended waiting until after my second normal cycle after treatment before trying again so hopefully the timing of these two things coincides.       

[dashook]

Late again this week--sorry! Really not trying to make this a habit. Finally caught up on everyone's responses!

gooselover2012, I hope your back is feeling better!
teachermomtobe, no advice but wanted to wish you GL at your appointment tomorrow!
acorn99, I'm glad that you O'd on your own and I hope your next cycle will be more regular!
fem, so glad your H is feeling better.
ugaqueencity, I'm sorry for all the confusion, I would be frustrated too
cheshie6, oh that is so hard with your H's schedule. I don't know what to say, just want to offer hugs and support.
bl1210, FX the Metformin will work for you!
penguin129, so sorry the results were not what you were hoping for ((hugs))
Andrea, let's go O!! Everything crossed for you!
nuggetrn, yay for CD1 indeed!
moleymole, WTG on your exams! I'm sorry for your poor DD...it's so hard to see the littles in any kind of discomfort.
mosdub, a ukelele! How cool and fun!!
Welcome, @kellbell!
woodenshoes, welcome and I'm so sorry for your loss. If you like, come hang out on The Bench (TTA) too while you are waiting...it's a nice place to pass the time when you're forced to sit out.
gabride2010, good idea to stop BCP a few months in advance of TTC! It can take some time for one's body to adjust back to normal cycles (it did for me, anyway).
Ruca FX for your H!!
bazinga I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope the time passes quickly for you between now and September.

[dashook]

And now my little uppity-date--

Numbers: 6 months 1 day postpartum

Circumstances: PP and BF. DH and I had been TTA while we wait for my cycle to return, but as of last week we are officially NTNP. Our expectations are very low until AF actually comes back, but it's kind of exciting all the same!

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: Re: the above--I still go here, right? Since we're not actually TTC yet?

GTKY: What is your favorite way to eat a potato? This question rocks. I'm not sure I've ever come across a potato I didn't like. And call me boring but my favorite variety might just be straight up french fries. Really good, hot, freshly fried potatoes with the proper amount of salt.

[mosdub]

Jul 9, 2015 13:45:44 GMT -5 dashook said:

And now my little uppity-date--

Numbers: 6 months 1 day postpartum

Circumstances: PP and BF. DH and I had been TTA while we wait for my cycle to return, but as of last week we are officially NTNP. Our expectations are very low until AF actually comes back, but it's kind of exciting all the same!

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: Re: the above--I still go here, right? Since we're not actually TTC yet?

GTKY: What is your favorite way to eat a potato? This question rocks. I'm not sure I've ever come across a potato I didn't like. And call me boring but my favorite variety might just be straight up french fries. Really good, hot, freshly fried potatoes with the proper amount of salt.

Yep!  

[gabride2010]

Jul 9, 2015 13:45:44 GMT -5 dashook said:

And now my little uppity-date--

Numbers: 6 months 1 day postpartum

Circumstances: PP and BF. DH and I had been TTA while we wait for my cycle to return, but as of last week we are officially NTNP. Our expectations are very low until AF actually comes back, but it's kind of exciting all the same!

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: Re: the above--I still go here, right? Since we're not actually TTC yet?

GTKY: What is your favorite way to eat a potato? This question rocks. I'm not sure I've ever come across a potato I didn't like. And call me boring but my favorite variety might just be straight up french fries. Really good, hot, freshly fried potatoes with the proper amount of salt.

Congrats on NTNP!!

[penguin129]

Jul 9, 2015 13:53:14 GMT -5 mosdub said:

Jul 9, 2015 13:45:44 GMT -5 dashook said:

And now my little uppity-date--

Numbers: 6 months 1 day postpartum

Circumstances: PP and BF. DH and I had been TTA while we wait for my cycle to return, but as of last week we are officially NTNP. Our expectations are very low until AF actually comes back, but it's kind of exciting all the same!

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: Re: the above--I still go here, right? Since we're not actually TTC yet?

GTKY: What is your favorite way to eat a potato? This question rocks. I'm not sure I've ever come across a potato I didn't like. And call me boring but my favorite variety might just be straight up french fries. Really good, hot, freshly fried potatoes with the proper amount of salt.

Yep!  

I 2nd this!