Question 1

dose metformin cause a vitamin b12 deficiency? i am taking this.

Accepted Answer

Metformin: Chronic metformin use can sometimes decrease vitamin B 12 absorption, suggest discussing w/ your Dr, to consider  having your B-12 levels checked, especially if you have been on metformin for a long time.

Question 2

will metformin cause a vitamin b deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Low vitamin B12 is a listed side effect of metformin but frequency not known. Good health.

Question 3

can magnesium deficiency cause low energy, mood swings? insulin resis..metformin 1000mg.

Accepted Answer

Yes.: It may cause low energy and irritability but It is very unlikely.  You can try taking a supplement which contains Magnesium and see if it changes things.
It does not cause insulin resistance.

Question 4

do metformin cause kidneyproblems?

Accepted Answer

No: However, it must be given with caution in people who already have kidney problems. Talk to your doctor.

Question 5

can metformin cause fatigue?

Accepted Answer

In some people: But it is generally mild and resolves after several days or weeks. If you are taking other diabetes medication as well that has the potential to lower your glucose below normal (which metformin by itself generally doesn't do) it could cause you to be fatigued. Check w/your doctor.

Question 6

why does metformin cause nausea?

Accepted Answer

The Why's...: Interesting question.  In medicine there may not be a valid or comprehensible answer to why things are the way they are. But, they just are and we need to be aware of the pros and cons of any treatment.  Nausea and diarrhea are common with metformin for at least the short term.

Question 7

why does metformin cause diarrhea?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: Diarrhea is a common side effect to metformin that is unrelated to blood sugar control.   I do not think the cause for this side effect is known.  It can start immediately or years after being on the medication.  The diarrhea tends to be dose related, so the higher the dose the more likely for it to occur.  Sometimes it will go away when you go to a lower dose or take an extended release form.

Question 8

can metformin use cause constipation.

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Metformin usually cause diarrhea and flatulence, not constipation.

Question 9

can metformin cause high ketone levels?

Accepted Answer

No: High ketones mean poor control - you may need insulin. Talk to your doctor.

Question 10

rashes cause by glucophage (metformin)?

Accepted Answer

Rare: Skin reactions to metformin have been reported, but are uncommon. Try stopping rx and then restarting at low dose after rash resolves if you can't find another more likely cause.

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