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Is it safe to take metformin while on a very low-carb diet?could it cause low blood sugar?i'm on victoza (liraglutide) too.so far, no low bloodsugar symptoms at all!
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Of course!: Metformin is the most commonly prescribed medication for people w/diabetes -- many who are on low carb diets. Neither metformin or victoza (liraglutide) should predispose you to low glucose.
Answered 12/18/2020
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Yes: Victoza (liraglutide) and metformin are safe drugs on any diet and should not cause low blood sugar.
Answered 4/10/2013
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