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2021-04-03 15:45:06
I am suffering from pre diabetes since last year. My hba1c is always between 6.0 To 6.1 . Can i take metformin now on regular basis?
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As HBA1c is in prediabetic range u can maintain diet and exercise and monitor sugars. If HbA1c reaching 7 then can start on treatment.

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Your HbA1C is indicative of prediabetes. If diet and exercise fails to improve HbA1C, then metformin and couple of other medications can be taken.
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Not required. Diet & exercise is sufficient

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