Question 1

is metformin sr 1000mg once daily is better or metformin 500mg twice daily is better for fbs158 n pbs192?

Accepted Answer

Neither: The better version is that which you can afford and take regularly. Once daily versions are typically more expensive but if you can't afford it, why worry? Twice daily are more troublesome but more affordable. If cost isn't an issue, get the once daily. Both will help control your sugars. Better yet, pay closer attention to your eating habits. And exercise regularly.

Question 2

i have pco.i weigh 72kg n my height is 5ft4inches.what is the correct dose of metformin for me as i m unable to tolerate my prescribed dose?

Accepted Answer

Best dose 2000 mg: Most effective dose is 1000 mg twice a day with meals. Start low and go up in 500 mg steps. If you can't tolerate it, there is extended release metformin which is easier on your intestines. A brand name product called Glumetza can be tolerated by almost everyone, but is more expensive since it's not generic.

Question 3

what is metformin used for?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes: This is a mainstay drug for the treatment of diabetes type ii.  It is inexpensive, effective but like all prescription medications should be taken with careful monitoring by your physician.  If you have diabetes you have probably been prescribed this and need careful and daily care to prevent the severe complications of this disease.

Question 4

can metformin cause anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Metformin: Common side-effects include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, cramps, gases, and if there's impairment in liver or kidney functions it can rarely cause lactic acidosis which can present with confusion &amp; lethargy. Please discuss with your physician.

Question 5

can metformin cause headaches?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Metformin can cause headaches but it is not a very common symptom.

Question 6

when do you ovulate on metformin?

Accepted Answer

Ovulation: Metformin had been used in conjunction with Clomid (clomiphene) to stimulate ovulation in people with pcos. Metformin basically does not induce ovulation, more likely by adjusting Insulin level allows other natural hormones to act and aid ovulation. So if you ovulate under therapy you should ovulate somewhere between 14-16 days from your last menstrual period.

Question 7

does metformin damage mitochondria ?

Accepted Answer

: Not that I have ever heard of. Go to pubmed.gov and search metformin aND mitochondria and you can see the world's research on the subject.  Let us know what you find.

Question 8

at which sugar level start metformin?

Accepted Answer

HGbA1c: The main criterion of diabetic control is the blood test hgba1c rather than isolated blood sugar level. If your diet is adequate and your kidney function is normal, metformin is often the first medication used when hgba1c levels are not at goal(under 7 for known diabetics).

Question 9

can chlorella be taken with metformin?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Chlorella is a food supplement that is not regulated by the fda.  There are no studies looking at how it can interact with medications.  There are no studies that show that it is effective in treating any disorder, despite any claims or phrases they have on the label.  If  you have money to through away on these supplements, it would be more rewarding to donate it to a worthy charity.

Question 10

what are the side effects of metformin?

Accepted Answer

GI symptoms: The most common side effect is stomach discomfort and/or diarrhea. These symptoms usually disappear in a week. There is also a chance of renal failure and you should have your kidney function checked through the blood to make sure there are no problems before you start.

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