Recent Posts by GLS - DAFNE Online

Apr 27, 2013

GLS 12 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer

Hey everyone.

Thanks for the info on insulin Warwick. That makes sense to me and explains why I am needing more Levimer compared to lantus. Although I am struggling slightly with the fasting BIs over night, I have found the Levimer really useful after exercise. Reducing it by 1u really helps stop those post exercise lows. So definitely work considering if you are quite active.

Regarding the lantus effects, Apollo, to be Honest I didn't adjust my lantus dose at all, as just took hospital advice, that the changes take a few days to take effect. So didnt really give it a go as took their word for it!

As for my troubles- I got one good week of morning blood sugars but back to being a bit Stuck now. Fasting tests for me through tonight!

Apr 12, 2013

GLS 12 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer

A few says after changing things about and I am much happier. Thanks for the advice novorapidboi26. I have injected my evening levimer at 21:00 for the last few days and here are the results: Very Happy

9/4/13 - 10/4/13

22:30 BG 6.1
01:00 BG 3.4 (likley due to zumba class in earlier in evening)
03:00 BG 6.1
07:30 BG 9.9
08:15 BG 10.3

10/4/13 - 11/4/13

20:00 BG 6.9
21:00 BG 6.3
20:25 BG 8.4
00:00 BG 7.2
03:00 BG 6.4
05:00 BG 6.9
07:10 BG 8.3

11/4/13 - 12/4/13

20:12 BG 7.3
22:16 BG 9.7 (gave up the 1,3 and 5am tests and reduced BI to 14 as had been to zumba again in evening)
07:00 BG 7.7
08:22 BG 10.3

so all in all your advice has really helped me wake up at 7am with a good number. I dont usually eat breakfast till about 8, by which time it has usually gone up to nearly 10. Not sure whether to move my BI a bit later to maybe 22:00 - but then don't want to be in the same situation as I was to begin with, where I was taking it too late (and the morning does was running out!)

thanks again

Apr 10, 2013

GLS 12 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer

Thanks for replies.

I switched from Lantus to Levimer for reasons mentioned in last post. Although the steady 24hr action of the Lantus was good for me, I got so frustrated that I couldn't make changes in my BI for things like exercise (as on lantus the effect of changing dose isn't immediate).

So thought id give it a go, as wasn't too worried about an extra injection! And hoping to try for a baby soon, So thought the more flexibity I have the better.

Last night went well so fingers crossed I have another night of good bloods!

Apr 9, 2013

GLS 12 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer

Thanks for your reply novorapidboi26. I am going to try your suggestion of taking BI at 21:00. Have given it a go tonight, although I have been to a zulus class so introduced another complication tonight!!

I mentioned dawn phenomena, but maybe confused things. I meant that I hadnt seemed to get it on lantus so didn't need to think about it with levier. As you said it looks like I am ok between 3-7am :-) so that's one good thing.

Thanks for the advice
Gemma

Apr 9, 2013

GLS 12 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer

Dear All,

I have recently changed my BI from Lantus (18 units at 19:00) to Levimer (initially as advised by consultant split at 8 units am and 10 units pm) to help with BI exercise adjustments.

Since the change I have really struggled and am getting frustrated with it. I assumed that the 18 units equivalent of my lantus would work in a fairly straightforward way - but that doesnâ€™t seem to be the case as most mornings I have woken with blood sugars of about 15. I didnâ€™t have an issue with highs when on lantus, or experience the dawn phenomenon.

I started increasing the levimer one unit at a time and pushing back the time I take it from 19:00, to 21:00 - but there was no change. I read a few other forums which noted that Lantus is more potent than Levimer and people reported needing 30% more Levimer compared to Lantus doses. Has anyone else experienced this? This reassured me as I was getting concerned over the increase in BI units.

Last nights fasting results (meal at 18:30; no further carbs or QA; injected 15 units Levimer at 23:00):

18:30 BG 5.9 (before meal)
20:30 BG 4.7
22:30 BG 4.4
01:00 BG 14.7
03:00 BG 12.5
05:00 BG 13.7
07:00 BG 13.2

Any advice much appreciated.
Gemma

Oct 5, 2009

GLS 12 posts

Topic: Site Development / Adobe Flashplayer

Ditto... I have downloaded flash player but no joy.

I think it must be a site thing. Hopefully they will resolve it soon as the graphs are really helpful.
Gem

Sep 24, 2009

GLS 12 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Watch out - Corn on the cob!

well....

three hours on I am 5.1! (was 5.6 before dinner). So it seems to have been ok. I am pretty sure I counted the rest of my meal correctly.

So I guess the packet was right really. I haven't gone drastically low so its round about correct at 3.5 CP's for the normal size corn on the cob.
As its bed time though Ill have 1 CP I think!

Sep 24, 2009

GLS 12 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Mobile Feature Requests

Thanks for your reply.

Yes I have seen the save password feature pop up in google chrome.... but I am also reluctant to do this for any site!

With the carb counter on my phone, it is readable but what happens is the carb value drops to the next line, rather than being on the same line as the other details (I hope this makes sense!) But its no big problem - its still usable and so good when you are on the go!

thanks
Gem

Sep 24, 2009

GLS 12 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Watch out - Corn on the cob!

Corn on Cob - did you know?.....

Just thought i'd share this after I had a corn on the cob for dinner!

I wasnt going to bother checking/counting this as DAFNE says not to worry too much about vegetables etc!! But I glanced at the nutrition info and it said 100g of cob (cooked) was 19.6g!

I had a 185g piece (standard sort of size from shop - but double the sort of one you get at the harvester!) and so it worked out 3.5 CP's.

I was surprised by this! I went with it, and I guess ill see later whether its right!
Gems

Sep 16, 2009

GLS 12 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Mobile Feature Requests

Following my 18month DAFNE meet up today I have been reminded of this site and the other features. I think the mobile site is very good and has just the stuff you may need on the run (when you arent attached to a PC or laptop!).

the CP list on there will be a great help to me, as I frequently forget the book.

One request - for both main and mobile site - Is there anyway please that a tick box could be available (similar to email logins) so it can remember the user etc. then name and password isnt needed every time??

Thanks for a really useful site.
Gem

PS I have a HTC diamond touch (site seems ok on it - the CP list is a little out of alignment but isn't a big problem - I can work it out). Also appreciate the cut down veriosn as my phone is so slow on full sites!

Sep 16, 2009

GLS 12 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / any1 know how many cps in a ferra roche

Funny I ate one today and had to look it up... I found a website which said one was 6g, therefore I went with 0.5 CP each
Gem

Apr 27, 2013 GLS 12 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer Hey everyone. Thanks for the info on insulin Warwick. That makes sense to me and explains why I am needing more Levimer compared to lantus. Although I am struggling slightly with the fasting BIs over night, I have found the Levimer really useful after exercise. Reducing it by 1u really helps stop those post exercise lows. So definitely work considering if you are quite active. Regarding the lantus effects, Apollo, to be Honest I didn't adjust my lantus dose at all, as just took hospital advice, that the changes take a few days to take effect. So didnt really give it a go as took their word for it! As for my troubles- I got one good week of morning blood sugars but back to being a bit Stuck now. Fasting tests for me through tonight!

Apr 12, 2013 GLS 12 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer A few says after changing things about and I am much happier. Thanks for the advice novorapidboi26. I have injected my evening levimer at 21:00 for the last few days and here are the results: 9/4/13 - 10/4/13 22:30 BG 6.1 01:00 BG 3.4 (likley due to zumba class in earlier in evening) 03:00 BG 6.1 07:30 BG 9.9 08:15 BG 10.3 10/4/13 - 11/4/13 20:00 BG 6.9 21:00 BG 6.3 20:25 BG 8.4 00:00 BG 7.2 03:00 BG 6.4 05:00 BG 6.9 07:10 BG 8.3 11/4/13 - 12/4/13 20:12 BG 7.3 22:16 BG 9.7 (gave up the 1,3 and 5am tests and reduced BI to 14 as had been to zumba again in evening) 07:00 BG 7.7 08:22 BG 10.3 so all in all your advice has really helped me wake up at 7am with a good number. I dont usually eat breakfast till about 8, by which time it has usually gone up to nearly 10. Not sure whether to move my BI a bit later to maybe 22:00 - but then don't want to be in the same situation as I was to begin with, where I was taking it too late (and the morning does was running out!) thanks again

Apr 10, 2013 GLS 12 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer Thanks for replies. I switched from Lantus to Levimer for reasons mentioned in last post. Although the steady 24hr action of the Lantus was good for me, I got so frustrated that I couldn't make changes in my BI for things like exercise (as on lantus the effect of changing dose isn't immediate). So thought id give it a go, as wasn't too worried about an extra injection! And hoping to try for a baby soon, So thought the more flexibity I have the better. Last night went well so fingers crossed I have another night of good bloods!

Apr 9, 2013 GLS 12 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer Thanks for your reply novorapidboi26. I am going to try your suggestion of taking BI at 21:00. Have given it a go tonight, although I have been to a zulus class so introduced another complication tonight!! I mentioned dawn phenomena, but maybe confused things. I meant that I hadnt seemed to get it on lantus so didn't need to think about it with levier. As you said it looks like I am ok between 3-7am :-) so that's one good thing. Thanks for the advice Gemma

Apr 9, 2013 GLS 12 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / Lantus to Levimer Dear All, I have recently changed my BI from Lantus (18 units at 19:00) to Levimer (initially as advised by consultant split at 8 units am and 10 units pm) to help with BI exercise adjustments. Since the change I have really struggled and am getting frustrated with it. I assumed that the 18 units equivalent of my lantus would work in a fairly straightforward way - but that doesnâ€™t seem to be the case as most mornings I have woken with blood sugars of about 15. I didnâ€™t have an issue with highs when on lantus, or experience the dawn phenomenon. I started increasing the levimer one unit at a time and pushing back the time I take it from 19:00, to 21:00 - but there was no change. I read a few other forums which noted that Lantus is more potent than Levimer and people reported needing 30% more Levimer compared to Lantus doses. Has anyone else experienced this? This reassured me as I was getting concerned over the increase in BI units. Last nights fasting results (meal at 18:30; no further carbs or QA; injected 15 units Levimer at 23:00): 18:30 BG 5.9 (before meal) 20:30 BG 4.7 22:30 BG 4.4 01:00 BG 14.7 03:00 BG 12.5 05:00 BG 13.7 07:00 BG 13.2 Any advice much appreciated. Gemma

Oct 5, 2009 GLS 12 posts	Topic: Site Development / Adobe Flashplayer Ditto... I have downloaded flash player but no joy. I think it must be a site thing. Hopefully they will resolve it soon as the graphs are really helpful. Gem

Sep 24, 2009 GLS 12 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Watch out - Corn on the cob! well.... three hours on I am 5.1! (was 5.6 before dinner). So it seems to have been ok. I am pretty sure I counted the rest of my meal correctly. So I guess the packet was right really. I haven't gone drastically low so its round about correct at 3.5 CP's for the normal size corn on the cob. As its bed time though Ill have 1 CP I think!

Sep 24, 2009 GLS 12 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Mobile Feature Requests Thanks for your reply. Yes I have seen the save password feature pop up in google chrome.... but I am also reluctant to do this for any site! With the carb counter on my phone, it is readable but what happens is the carb value drops to the next line, rather than being on the same line as the other details (I hope this makes sense!) But its no big problem - its still usable and so good when you are on the go! thanks Gem

Sep 24, 2009 GLS 12 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Watch out - Corn on the cob! Corn on Cob - did you know?..... Just thought i'd share this after I had a corn on the cob for dinner! I wasnt going to bother checking/counting this as DAFNE says not to worry too much about vegetables etc!! But I glanced at the nutrition info and it said 100g of cob (cooked) was 19.6g! I had a 185g piece (standard sort of size from shop - but double the sort of one you get at the harvester!) and so it worked out 3.5 CP's. I was surprised by this! I went with it, and I guess ill see later whether its right! Gems

Sep 16, 2009 GLS 12 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Mobile Feature Requests Following my 18month DAFNE meet up today I have been reminded of this site and the other features. I think the mobile site is very good and has just the stuff you may need on the run (when you arent attached to a PC or laptop!). the CP list on there will be a great help to me, as I frequently forget the book. One request - for both main and mobile site - Is there anyway please that a tick box could be available (similar to email logins) so it can remember the user etc. then name and password isnt needed every time?? Thanks for a really useful site. Gem PS I have a HTC diamond touch (site seems ok on it - the CP list is a little out of alignment but isn't a big problem - I can work it out). Also appreciate the cut down veriosn as my phone is so slow on full sites!

Sep 16, 2009 GLS 12 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / any1 know how many cps in a ferra roche Funny I ate one today and had to look it up... I found a website which said one was 6g, therefore I went with 0.5 CP each Gem