Question 1

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 2

what is glucophage (metformin)?

Accepted Answer

Glucophage (metformin) is: An oral medication usually used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Question 3

what is glucophage (metformin) used for?

Accepted Answer

Glucophage (metformin): Metformin is primarily for type 2 diabetes, also  experimentally  for polycystic ovarian disease, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease & premature puberty.

Question 4

at what a1c level is metformin given. i am 6.1 or 6.2 every testing.  am afraid of metformin causing low blood sugars. i run low often as well as high?

Accepted Answer

Diet/Exercise/Metfor: Your aic is not in diabetic range which needs to be &gt;6.5 to be called diabetic
your aic of 6.1-6.2 make you in the pre diabetic range.Most physician will start you on a diabetic diet.Weight loss if overweight/obese, and exercise programme
some do recommend low dose of metformin.And metformin does not cause hypoglycemia
discuss your case with your family doctor or endocrinologist.

Question 5

what is the treatment for metformin overdose?

Accepted Answer

Metformin: Monitoring blood sugar levels is important, supportive medical care follows.

Question 6

why fasting sugar varies from 78 to 130  everyday , i am on metformin , what is the value i need to maintain .plz advise?

Accepted Answer

These are good: Numbers and show the metformin to be working.Get a glycohemaglobin test, after your 3 rd month of metformin , to get a more complete assessment of your blood sugar overall average and whether you r on the proper dose of medicine.

Question 7

i am taking metformin along with clomid (clomiphene).what is the role of metformin.does it help me ovulate in the first cycle?

Accepted Answer

Well: Not really having all of your history, you might have polycystic ovarian syndrome  and metformin has been show to help restore ovulation in those patients. It doesn&#x27;t have anything to do with diabetes in your case.

Question 8

in my country there is many people use metformin for weight loss so what is the mechanism of metformin ? & it's safe to be used for this topic ?

Accepted Answer

No: It is used for diabetes and in some cases for treating pcos. A side effect is weight loss, but it is not indicated for that.

Question 9

i have pcos and just started metformin. what is the diff taking clomid (clomiphene) day 3-7 & 5-9. i have long cycles 34 days. when is the best time to take clomid (clomiphene)?

Accepted Answer

Clomid (clomiphene): The earlier Clomid (clomiphene) is started in the cycle, the greater the likelihood of recruiting extra follicles. To delay the dosing almost always limits the recruitment to a single dominant follicle.

Question 10

76 day cycle no period. took provera (medroxyprogesterone) 10 day ended 6 days. did pregnant urine not preg.. 1 month ago. started metformin. what is happenin was norm till now?

Accepted Answer

Irregular periods : Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infections &  hormonal changes can cause spotting. If there is a concern for pregnancy then do  a home pregnancy test .  There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.

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Why fasting sugar varies from 78 to 130 everyday , i am on metformin , what is the value i need to maintain .plz advise?

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I am taking metformin along with clomid (clomiphene).what is the role of metformin.does it help me ovulate in the first cycle?

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In my country there is many people use metformin for weight loss so what is the mechanism of metformin ? & it's safe to be used for this topic ?

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I have pcos and just started metformin. what is the diff taking clomid (clomiphene) day 3-7 & 5-9. i have long cycles 34 days. when is the best time to take clomid (clomiphene)?

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76 day cycle no period. took provera (medroxyprogesterone) 10 day ended 6 days. did pregnant urine not preg.. 1 month ago. started metformin. what is happenin was norm till now?

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