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How do we treat insulin resistance
Has weight gain and even after regular diet and exercise no weight loss has been to a doctor and needs a second opinion
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For insulin resistance the best drug is Metformin. For weight loss though there are a few medicines, lifestyle works best. U may find a few tips from weight loss section of practo health feed.
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