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Why does glucophage (metformin) cause a burning sensation inside my head?
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Idiosyncratic: Burning head sensation is not a commonly reported side effect associated with metformin. A few percent of patients experience headaches but not burning head sensation. Discuss this with your doctor.
Answered 4/11/2016
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Burning: I don't know why glucophage (metformin) can cause burning in your head but stop taking it. There are at least 12 different medicines - not including insulin - that you could take instead. Please let your doctor know and a different product will be prescribed.
Answered 12/13/2014
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