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I will try to take metformin again last time my dr. gave me 1000mg and i was having g.i. issues my dr. wants me to try 500mg but can i start 250?
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Add food or split do: I'm sorry to hear that you are having problems with Metformin since it is one of the best medication for reducing blood sugar. GI issues are very common, are you taking it with food? The max dose is 2550mg per day. If your Dr wants you on 1000mg a day perhaps he/she can prescribe 500mg twice or three times a day so it will be more tolerable. Good luck!
Answered 4/14/2015
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