Byetta

Thanks Dusky! I was diagnosed with Type 2 DM 2-3 years ago. My A1C was 7.1 and was started on Amaryl. Guess I was in denial and then when stressed more difficulty with diet control. have not been the most compliant person. Last A1C a year ago was 6.9. Highest my BS has been when I have checked it is 220s and that was only a couple times. Avg recently was 160-180s which I know is way too high. Hadn't been to the Dr since and went to a new Dr a couple weeks ago. I have another appt in 4 weeks and need to have labs drawn before my appt. One of the DM educators at work gave me a new meter and so for past week or so I have been checking my BS a couple times a day. Also increased the Amaryl from 2mg to 3 mg. Now I range anywhere from usually 120-150. Tonight I was 105 - 3-4 hours after eating. A times I was 120s in evening and then 160-180 in AM before eating. Anyways, the diabetes educator at work said to consider Byetta or maybe Lantus at bedtime for better control. I am 100 lbs overweight so if I could lose some weight I am certain my control would be better. I have been heavier and actually have lost 18-20 lbs in past 2-3 months with WW. Also, I am concerned about BS dropping with Byetta. I read back on an old post that had discussed the hypoglycemic episodes. Once I dropped to 20s (shortly after I started Amaryl) and did come up to 70s-80s after drinking a can of coke. Thanks for the information. I am going to talk with my Dr about the Byetta at my next appointment.

Thanks for your replies. I am seriously thinking abouth the Byetta. If not I may have to go with a low dose Lantus at night. Have a doctors appt in 3 weeks so will discuss then. Will keep you posted.

Thanks for your reply! I have increased Amaryl to 3mg and fasting is still 150's to 170's and occassionally higher. Today I had a meal replacement bar in AM and a light lunch. Blood glucose before dinner was 102 - usually120's - 130's. Seven day average is still 150 range because my AM B/S is high. I have lost 20 pounds and have been trying to limit the carbs. Need to take off 80-100 pounds and also excercise. I have another doctor's appointment May 12th and I am going to talk with him about options. Seems like I don't have very good control right now. Will keep you posted.