Metformin Dose For Diabetes- 220 Questions Answered

I am feeling metformin intolerant I am taking metformin But diarrhea is there Kindly help What can done

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Dr. Shiva MadanEndocrinologist | Lucknow

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Try some other medicine ... Read More

Hi , My husband has been recently diagnosed (2 weeks back )with type2 diabetes and he is 33 years old . He has been asked to take metformin medication .. but I have read this has a lot of side effects and is banned in US . Can he still take metformin ? Is it advisable??

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Dr. Bharath Muthuthangam TGeneral Physician | Madurai

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It is not completely banned , some companies have been recalled by fda ... Read More

Pls find attached the recent report of HBA1C and lipid profile of my husband who is 38 YO.We want to start the metformin but don't know what dose should be taken and for how many days. We have consulted a doctor at Apollo and he has prescribed the metformin only but I lost the prescription slip.Pls guide us

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Dr. Ishwaryalakshmi .RDiabetologist | Salem

T.Metformin 500 mg once daily, along with T.Atorvas 10 mg one at night... ... Read More

Hello sir / Ma'am My wife 28/F was diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes during her 28th week of pregnancy. Right now she is 34 weeks pregnant. We were unable to control her sugars with Diet control therefore our Gynaecologist adviced to use Merformin 500mg twice a day. I want to know is Metformin safe during pregnancy?? Insulin injection vs Metform

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Dr. Prarthana SaikiaGeneral Physician | Delhi

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Insulin mire safe during pregnancy ... Read More

I have been detected with diabetes 2 month back . since then I have controlled my diet and also lost 4 kg , my BMI came down to 26.6 from 28 . My HBA1C has come at 9.4% , hence doctors here has prescribed me 2000mg metformin. But I am having some issues with loose motion. can I reduce my dose to 1000 mg . Also I heard that too much metformin might

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Dr. Mubarak RajaDiabetologist | Chennai

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Dear Metformin dose can be changed to sustained release or modified release Also u may need glimipiride combinations..as your hba1c is still high ... Read More

I was just been diagnosed with diabetesII and within 24hrs of taking metformin 500mg I've continuously peeing strange to what it used to be of peeing just 2wice - 3times a day.. What should I do?

Asked for Male, 37 Years 305 Views v

Dr. Sheetal AversekarDiabetologist | Mumbai

It seems unlikely to be due to metformin. Check whether any other medicines were simultaneously prescribed. Would also suggest a urine routine/microscopy test to rule out infection. ... Read More

I was prescribed 1000 mg metformin for my mild pcos for 2 months and the dose got over 9 days back . How long does metformin take to leave the blood ?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 451 Views v

Dr. PranavGeneral Physician | Bareilly

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Its effective for fir 6 to 12 hrs so mostly within half day it effect is nil ... Read More

Hi i am currently living in pakistan and i am having trouble finding the right obstetrician for my pregnancy. I am 8 weeks right now and the last doctor i went to put me on pregnacare, duphaston and glucophage (metformin). After doing some research online on metformin i found out that it is given to people who have PCOS or diabetes. I have neither.

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Dr. Govind SatheeshGeneral Physician | Bangalore

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yes please follow instructions as your obstetrician says. ... Read More

I am 30 weeks pregnant and have gestational diabetes. Is it safe to take metformin in 7th month ? Doses:- metformin 850mg BD

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Dr. Suhas NDiabetologist | Tumkur

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Yes... it's safe... you can take it. There been evidence .. using metformin 8n pregnancy... And I am using with many pregnant ladies... outcome been normal... no adverse effects over mother or fetus ... Read More

My husband was diagnosed with diabetes about 2 months back with sugar level 260. He is taking glycomet GP1 850 alternate days. Now the fasting sugar level is less than 140 . Would like to get suggestion, if we keep the same medicine or Change it or take a dose of lower mg.

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Dr. Rakesh ParikhGeneral Physician | Jaipur

1) taking anti diabetes medicines alternate is not the way to treat diabetes 2) medicines need to be individualised and many other factors beyond blood sugar level ... Read More

Taking Metformin 500 mg as Monotherapy once in morning only and below are the results : Morning Fasting 120 Post Dinner PP 160 Do i need to increase the metformin dose or add Glimeperide ?

Asked for Male, 35 Years 95 Views v

Dr. Pankaj KumarGeneral Physician | Delhi

Your current readings show fasting 120 mg/dl and post-dinner 160 mg/dl, which means sugar control is fair but not perfect. Metformin 500 mg once daily is a starting dose and often needs to be adjusted ... Read More

What is the right time to take metformin (glimestar m2 forte) 30 min before meal or 30 min after meal . Kindly reply Thank you

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Dr. Pankaj KumarGeneral Physician | Delhi

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Glimestar M2 Forte contains two medicines, glimepiride and metformin, both used to control blood sugar. It should be taken just before or with your main meal, usually breakfast, if you take it once da ... Read More

Hello doctor My sugar levels post lunch is 195 can you suggest me how to reverse insulin resistance.I am using metformin 500bmg sr can you suggest me to get reverse of diabetes due to this my skin gets darker at the neck and other parts please suggest me .

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Dr. Chaithra HGeneral Physician | Bangalore

Brisk walk 30 minutes per day. Diabetic diet Avoid oily and junk foods ... Read More

Sir/Mam , My father has type 2 diabetes for 5 years, Currently he is taking himalaya diabecon DS tablets for past 3 years, his current diabetes report is, Fasting -160 Pp- 190 Age- 58 Sex- Male Current B. P - 160/98(medication -Amlokind 2.5) Kindly, suggest a suitable medication for him that has least side effects with more benefits... Thank yo

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Dr. Gaurav JaiswalGeneral Physician | Jhansi

Avoid fried food and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Fiber meal Do connect and consult ... Read More

I am taking metformin 500mg (TDE) and mecofol OD (OD) , does this combination works? Initial two three days I experience headaches but okay now . Taking this prescription from 2 weeks.

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Dr. Manoj Kumar GuptaGeneral Physician | Greater Noida

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Having PCOS & insulin resistance. However, I am not pre diabetic or I don't have high blood sugar. Can I start taking metformin for weight loss & pcos? I am already exercising & following a diet but it's not working out. Please help me, please recommend if a non diabetic person can take metformin or not

Asked for Female, 27 Years 267 Views v

Dr. Lavina BatraGynecologist | Pune

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ... Read More

I am diagnosed with pcos and the doctor has prescribed metformin 500mg for 3 months. But what is the difference between Metformin 500mg and Metformin 500mg SR? I am confused which one to purchase and it's not clear in the prescription either. Please advise

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Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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Can I take metformin tablets for pcod with non diabetic condition... Is there any side effects after completion of medication for pcod with metformin medicine like any other diabetic issues

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Dr. Preeti GuptaGynecologist | Mathura

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PCOD is lifestyle problem. First you change your lifestyle. Follow healthy lifestyle. If overweight then try to reduce weight. Morning walk daily. Exercise and yoga. Reduce carbohydrates in diet Avoid ... Read More

Hi, I have type 2 diabetes and taking Metformin for last 3 years. We are planning for a second baby. I found in the internet that long time metformin use will affect sperm and results in baby born with severe birth defects. Please let me know is this true or not. What should i do now

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Dr. Rohini GajareDiabetologist | Mumbai

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Not true. Metformin is safe in pregnancy .. Also insulin is safe Nothing to worry ... Read More

Hello Sir/ Madam, My wife has a history of PCOS (AMH 10 ). She also had history of recurrent misscariage 4 times (6-7 week). Now she is pregnant again with 17 week. She taking Metformin SR 500 2 times / day. Is metformin safe during whole pregnancy? . Cause some doctor advice us to stop metformin & start insulin.

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Dr. Davra Kaushalkumar DilipbhaiGeneral Physician | Ahmedabad

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Yes ... Read More

Hi Doctor my hb1ac is 6•9 can you suggest how to low down hblac as i am having metformin 500 mg sr after having breakfast how to get rid of diabetic please do help me i do have cravings of sweet or food I get anxiety if my food is not given at proper time . please do help me on this

Asked for Female, 39 Years 279 Views v

Dr. Mohamed RiyazGeneral Practitioner | Chennai

If you are concerned about getting control of diabetes, and if you are unable to do diet control get dietician advice Continue the same medicine Do physical exercise regularly ... Read More

Does taking 5g of metformin at a time kill a patient? How many grams of metformin causes lactic acidosis?

Asked for Female, 19 Years 330 Views v

Dr. J RavikiranGeneral Medicine | Hyderabad

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Is 5g of metformin consumed at a time toxic? What can it possibly cause? Can the patient die? If not can there be any long term side effects?

Asked for Female, 19 Years 90 Views v

Dr. Rajbahadur SinghGeneral Physician | Hyderabad

2.5gms is the daily dose... She took double of that... May cause severe side effects ... Read More

My friend took 10 tablets of metformin hydrochloride sustained release and mecobalamin With each tablet having metformin (500mg) and mecobalamin (750mcg). Is she in danger? Did she take too much?

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Dr. Nimmi MulwaniGeneral Physician | Ahmedabad

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Take her to a nearby hospital. ... Read More

Dear Sir/ Madam, My wife has a history of PCOS (Amh 10.30+), She also had 4 RPL wihin 5-7 week. She was taking Metformin SR 500 2 times daily for pcos. Now she is pregnant again with 16 week. She still taking Metformin SR 500.After taking this her Sugar are control now. Is metformin safe throughout the pregnancy??

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Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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Is Insulin must for gestational Diabetes in Pregnancy? Or Metformin 500 Can Use in Pregnancy. Kindly Suggest

Asked for Female, 27 Years 139 Views v

Dr. Prakruthi MahamaniObstetrician | Bangalore

Insulin is better than using metformin. Discuss with your doctor for more detailed explanation. ... Read More

Recently i got detected for diabetes, when i was pregnant. At that time i was taking insulin. Now i have stopped taking those. I am just taking metformin tablets two times. Is there any sure shot sure for diabetes. It would be really helpful if someone can answer that what should i do to reduce my sugar levels. As i have to conceive. I had miscar

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Dr. Chaithra HGeneral Physician | Bangalore

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It is high sugar. Kindly consult as it needs to be evaluated properly and started on adequate medications. ... Read More

I have diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and doctor suggested me to take metformin 500 mg with an evening meal. Me and my wife planning for baby this year. Will it affect my sexual life and baby planning. Please advise me on this.

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Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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I was diagnosed with diabetes 3 months back with HbA1c of 11.2. I was started on tab metformin 1000mg twice daily. Now after 3 months HbA1c is 10.2. Is this fine or not. Pls reply

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Dr. Yumkhaibam SadakiGeneral Physician | Imphal

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it’s better to start insulin. ... Read More

I am having irregular periods and pcos. So the doctor prescribed me to take myo-inositol with Metformin HCI tablets. I am taking this tablet for a month. I thought it will be regularise my period. It's been a week since I crossed my period date and I still haven't gotten my period. I don't know whether the tablet is delaying my period or any other

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Dr. S K WadhwaGynecologist/Obstetrician | Lucknow

Neither Myoinositol or Metformin can delay your periods. It is the basic problem of PCOS which is still operative. ... Read More

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I am feeling metformin intolerant I am taking metformin But diarrhea is there Kindly help What can done

Hi , My husband has been recently diagnosed (2 weeks back )with type2 diabetes and he is 33 years old . He has been asked to take metformin medication .. but I have read this has a lot of side effects and is banned in US . Can he still take metformin ? Is it advisable??

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I was just been diagnosed with diabetesII and within 24hrs of taking metformin 500mg I've continuously peeing strange to what it used to be of peeing just 2wice - 3times a day.. What should I do?

I was prescribed 1000 mg metformin for my mild pcos for 2 months and the dose got over 9 days back . How long does metformin take to leave the blood ?

I am 30 weeks pregnant and have gestational diabetes. Is it safe to take metformin in 7th month ? Doses:- metformin 850mg BD

My husband was diagnosed with diabetes about 2 months back with sugar level 260. He is taking glycomet GP1 850 alternate days. Now the fasting sugar level is less than 140 . Would like to get suggestion, if we keep the same medicine or Change it or take a dose of lower mg.

Taking Metformin 500 mg as Monotherapy once in morning only and below are the results : Morning Fasting 120 Post Dinner PP 160 Do i need to increase the metformin dose or add Glimeperide ?

What is the right time to take metformin (glimestar m2 forte) 30 min before meal or 30 min after meal . Kindly reply Thank you

Hello doctor My sugar levels post lunch is 195 can you suggest me how to reverse insulin resistance.I am using metformin 500bmg sr can you suggest me to get reverse of diabetes due to this my skin gets darker at the neck and other parts please suggest me .

I am taking metformin 500mg (TDE) and mecofol OD (OD) , does this combination works? Initial two three days I experience headaches but okay now . Taking this prescription from 2 weeks.

I am diagnosed with pcos and the doctor has prescribed metformin 500mg for 3 months. But what is the difference between Metformin 500mg and Metformin 500mg SR? I am confused which one to purchase and it's not clear in the prescription either. Please advise

Can I take metformin tablets for pcod with non diabetic condition... Is there any side effects after completion of medication for pcod with metformin medicine like any other diabetic issues

Hi, I have type 2 diabetes and taking Metformin for last 3 years. We are planning for a second baby. I found in the internet that long time metformin use will affect sperm and results in baby born with severe birth defects. Please let me know is this true or not. What should i do now

Hi Doctor my hb1ac is 6•9 can you suggest how to low down hblac as i am having metformin 500 mg sr after having breakfast how to get rid of diabetic please do help me i do have cravings of sweet or food I get anxiety if my food is not given at proper time . please do help me on this

Does taking 5g of metformin at a time kill a patient? How many grams of metformin causes lactic acidosis?

Is 5g of metformin consumed at a time toxic? What can it possibly cause? Can the patient die? If not can there be any long term side effects?

My friend took 10 tablets of metformin hydrochloride sustained release and mecobalamin With each tablet having metformin (500mg) and mecobalamin (750mcg). Is she in danger? Did she take too much?

Is Insulin must for gestational Diabetes in Pregnancy? Or Metformin 500 Can Use in Pregnancy. Kindly Suggest

I have diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and doctor suggested me to take metformin 500 mg with an evening meal. Me and my wife planning for baby this year. Will it affect my sexual life and baby planning. Please advise me on this.

I was diagnosed with diabetes 3 months back with HbA1c of 11.2. I was started on tab metformin 1000mg twice daily. Now after 3 months HbA1c is 10.2. Is this fine or not. Pls reply

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