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2021-08-24 15:13:42
Is metformin sr 500 safe for acanthosis nigricans condition? I had hypothyroidism. But now the thyroid levels are back to normal. So I stopped taking medicine. But I suffering from acne and acanthosis nigricans. So is it safe to take metformin ?
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You can not stop thyroxine abruptly, Acanthosis is marker of insulin resistance, Get your HBA1C and OGTT to rule out Diabeties. You can consult me on Practo phone.

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Yes. It is safe. Read more here bit.ly/2WjOCWQ

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