Question 1

can taking one metaformin cause lactic acidosis?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Theoretically Metformin can cause lactic acidosis but in setting of normal kidney function it is extremely unlikely. Liver disease and concurrent alcohol use can also increase the risk. Talk to your health care provider if you have any of the above risk factors to determine the risk of lactic acidosis.

Question 2

what's is the risk of metaformin and lactic acidosis?i have had a few kidney infections and stones over the years.is it safe for me?thanks

Accepted Answer

Most likely: The risk comes with failing kidneys( renal failure) not stones or infection

Question 3

does exercise increase the chance of getting lactic acidosis while taking metformin?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: Unless yo develop tissue breakdown or get dehydrated. Remain hydrated

Question 4

if a person is on 2000mg of metformin a day, how long would it take for lactic acidosis to develop? (i know not necessarily but let's assume it does)

Accepted Answer

Z: Does not depend on only metformin dose. Depends on the sugar control and other factors like infection or other comorbid illnesses.

Question 5

i take 500mg metformin daily for 2 weeks now and feel fine.what are the chances of lactic acidosis?does it happen at any time or during the beginning?

Accepted Answer

No, if healthy: If you're healthy, kidney function is normal, not in heart failure, not dehydrated; then the risk of lactic acidosis is very low. The association of metformin and lactic acidosis is actually somewhat controversial, it was seen in a different drug of the same class that has since been discontinued, but physicians and pharmacists still warn about it just in case.

Question 6

what causes lactic acidosis? is it from metformin?  how to avoid lactic acidosis?

Accepted Answer

Lactic acidosis: Most cases of type a lactic acidosis are due to marked tissue hypoperfusion in shock or during cardiopulmonary arrest. In type b lactic acidosis, systemic tissue hypoperfusion is not apparent. Metformin therapy for type ii diabetes can cause it, although the likelihood of this is relatively low. Risk factors for this include impaired kidney function and liver disease or concurrent alcohol abuse.

Question 7

how common is lactic acidosis with metformin use?  what should i look for in terms of symptoms? i take 1500mg metformin and 100mg januvia

Accepted Answer

Lactic acidosis: There are numerous reasons why metformin is prescribed and there is too little information that you have given. You should really have a discussion with your doc or come back with much more detailed information.

Question 8

can consuming alcohol while taking metformin cause lactic acidosis?

Accepted Answer

No: Though it is a black box warning i've not seen lactic acidosis in over 20 years in people who are not alcoholics. Talk to your doctor about how much you drink.

Question 9

m58, started metformin 500 mg from last seven days, from yesterday i am feeling moderate itching,is this serious side effect (lactic acidosis).

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Metformin can cause a rash, but I don't believe itching is a sign of lactic acidosis.

Question 10

pcos taking metformin for 1 yr what are the chances of lactic acidosis n how long use of it is safe for me kindly explain?

Accepted Answer

Lactic acidosis: Lactic acidosis occurs in patients taking metformin (m) who have chronic kidney disease. You need to ask the physician (p) prescribing the m if it is safe for you to take. Your p knows you best and can give you the most meaningful answer to your question.

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Can taking one metaformin cause lactic acidosis?

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What's is the risk of metaformin and lactic acidosis?i have had a few kidney infections and stones over the years.is it safe for me?thanks

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Does exercise increase the chance of getting lactic acidosis while taking metformin?

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If a person is on 2000mg of metformin a day, how long would it take for lactic acidosis to develop? (i know not necessarily but let's assume it does)

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I take 500mg metformin daily for 2 weeks now and feel fine.what are the chances of lactic acidosis?does it happen at any time or during the beginning?

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What causes lactic acidosis? is it from metformin? how to avoid lactic acidosis?

A member asked:

How common is lactic acidosis with metformin use? what should i look for in terms of symptoms? i take 1500mg metformin and 100mg januvia

A member asked:

Can consuming alcohol while taking metformin cause lactic acidosis?

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M58, started metformin 500 mg from last seven days, from yesterday i am feeling moderate itching,is this serious side effect (lactic acidosis).

A member asked:

Pcos taking metformin for 1 yr what are the chances of lactic acidosis n how long use of it is safe for me kindly explain?

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