metformin/glucophage is what worked for me. I am now able to be off my meds!!! It has been because of LCing!!! IT DOES have it's GI side effects..but the diarrea and gas were a small price to pay (mine were not what I call severe). Everyone I have spoken to had mild effects but nothing that really interfeared with normal life. The side effects are worst when aclamating to the medicine. (my doc raised my dose gradually...This seemed to work great!)

I have heard alot of negatives about Avandia. I know it works for alot of ppl....But why take something that will make you gain when that is a problem????

Good luck in your quest!!

Froggirl