i am not sure who this respond was directed to, but i am not on birthcontrol pills. when i did take them, i didnt gain weight, in fact , i was told that they would help my weight, by balancing my hormones. i take glucophage. is the avantia another diabetic med? the glucophage at 500 mg twice a day, gave me severe diarrhea, that wouldnt stop. i am now taking one a day, and so far so good. i have very bad acid reflux. and it felt like the double dose ripped my stomach up, and gave me really bad acid. since i am not eating all my carbs and starches, i dont have as much to coat my stomach when i take this stuff!! good luck, take care!
paige17257