Type2 Diabetes and gastroparesis

Hi,
I was on omeprazole for many years until one smart Dr bothered to tell me I should be taking it at least 30 minutes before eating, not when or after eating. A remarkable difference in results. Omeprazole doesn't work for everyone. I see the FDA is now investigating omeprazloe for long term users and it's side effects.
Cheers

Thank you! I thought some people had trouble withdrawing from Omeprezole so am wary of it but took it anyway.

I am diabetic and have a long history of gastroparesis. I also had Omeprazole prescribed and took it a long time ago.
With a new diabetes type 2 and gastroparesis diagnoses you will need to start with the basics first so you don’t get overwhelmed. I suggest starting with learning as much as you can about diabetes, then add gastroparesis. Gastroparesis is a complication of diabetes.
Perhaps the provider that diagnosed these two conditions can refer you to a diabetes educator &/or nutritionist that is well versed in these conditions who can help you develop an eating plan that works for you. Do this “one bite at a time” literally.
@cheyne mentioned sometimes Dr.’s don’t give details about how, when etc to take the medications they prescribe. When you start a new medication, you can get these helpful details from the pharmacist when you pick up the medication. (Things like with or without food, before or after eating, timing and potential side effects to be aware of….. etc). You may be able to get useful information about the Metformin and about the Omeprazole.

Thank you, Cheryl. I’ll make another appointment and try to see a dietitian. The thing is now I can’t eat, well, mostly when I do it’s a bite or two and it makes it hard to have energy.
It feels hopeless but it’s all new to me. I’m finding out about both at the same time.

I’m not taking the metformin.

Hi,
I don't have withdrawl affects when I go off it and find it works well for me when on it. I'm not aware of any side affects I may have from it but I understand the question of long term use is stroke and heart problems. Would I stop taking it, no. I wouldn't be aware of these as after 12 years have been told I have ANS which interfers with the automatic features of the body anyway.
At the end of the day all you can do is try various medications and see if they are of benefit to you or not. Before I take on medications I research them so I know what I might be getting into. I stick with scientific fact and not anecdotal evidence.
I do a 3 monthly blood test to keep an eye on how I'm doing regardless of how I feel. It will tell me if a particular medication has been affecting me or if the results remain constant, which is what I hope to see each quarter. So far I'm remaining constant and stick with a diet I have developed from trial and error.
Cheers.

Hi @kellyrva
Late to the party but I just joined. For me the only combination that worked was reglan and pantoprazole. Reglan is problematic because of the risk of tardive dyskinesia. At first I had to take it four times a day, but over the years I only use it during flares. I've had no problems with it.

Just my experience. Good luck!