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I've pcos asked gp about metformin to loose weight. started on 500mg & go to 1500 daily. been on them 2 months & getting light heads. any suggestions?
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Low blood sugar?: Hold the metformin till you contact your doctor as your blood sugar may be getting too low. Do you have a home glucometer to check your blood sugar?
Answered 1/20/2014
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