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METMORFIN DOSASGE
My fathers was having stalix m xr 100+500 once daily for the last 3 months and his reports are below
HbA1C - 6.9℅
Fasting - 130
Pp - 136
So doctor changed his medicine to stalix m 50+500 twice daily. My question is 1000mg metmorfin dosage normal? Will there be any complications after having it like hypoglycemia? What are the symptoms of it and what to do after that? Please help
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what is age of your father?
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Dr. Peerzada Ovais Ahmad
Diabetologist
14 yrs exp
Srinagar
Metformin is the safest and most commonly used diabetes medication. A dose of 1000mg is normal and can go up to 2500mg a day. It has minimal side effects, mainly GI intolerance like bloating or diarrhea in some people. Otherwise, it's very safe. Follow your doctor's advice and don't worry.
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Bareilly
Kindly book a proper consultation for better evaluation and treatment.
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Dr. Kamlesh Kalsariya
Diabetologist
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Symptoms of hypoglycemia
• Shakiness
• Nervousness or anxiety
• Sweating
• Chills and clamminess
• Irritability or impatience
• Confusion, including delirium
• Rapid/fast heartbeat
• Lightheadedness or dizziness
• Hunger and nausea
• Sleepiness
• Blurred/impaired vision
• Tingling or numbness in the lips or tongue
• Headaches
• Weakness or fatigue
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