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2022-03-24 15:37:46
What should be the minimum time gap between metformin and food? I'm taking it BD, before dinner and breakfast.
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Kindly discuss for your concern

Answered2022-03-25 04:42:08

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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

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Take it with food. As it is gastric irritant so food will protect you stomach.

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It should be taken after food.

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Hi., Take it after half an hour of food

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Yes that’s the right dose Also depends on your blood sugar level

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