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Metformin tablets for pcod

2020-06-17 12:20:16
I have pcod problem with irregular prolonged periods, for this my doctor prescribed metformin tablets twice a day.is if safe to use them? Are there any known side effects?
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Ya its ok if ur weight is on higher side already, ur LFT test is normal, and sugar is normal.. medicine is to b taken after meal..

Answered2020-06-17 12:52:09

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Yes it is safe

Answered2020-06-17 13:12:21

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Metformin 850 mg twice a day for 3 months is useful in PCOD Get a check ultrasound done for uterus tubes and ovaries and endometrial thickness after 3 months Metformin can cause low sugar so make sure you take it Immediately after meals or along with meals
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Hypotab 1 strip of 10 tablets keep in your purse. Whenever sweating palpitations or dizziness chew this tablet
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Note be careful if any liver disease or alcoholism

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