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Is Insulin Must for gestational Diabetes
Is Insulin must for gestational Diabetes in Pregnancy? Or Metformin 500 Can Use in Pregnancy. Kindly Suggest
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Either can be used. We prefer metformin after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Before that, insulin is preferred
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Dr. Vijaya Gupta
Gynecologist
21 yrs exp
Chandigarh
Either can be used
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Dr. Prakruthi Mahamani
Obstetrician
4 yrs exp
Bangalore
Insulin is better than using metformin. Discuss with your doctor for more detailed explanation.
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