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I tested my a1c last month & it was 10, now again tested and it is 7.4%. but doctor say take metfmin 500mg twice a day.is it nesassary? no problem?
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A1c: Have your doctor refer you to an Endocrinologist. Your doctor is not taking good enough care of you. You will need at least 1000 units twice a day and an additional diabetes medication.
Answered 1/26/2015
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