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I never use to get diarrhea with taking metformin.. now 2 months later i've been getting it like every other day. can it be related or likely not?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Diarrhea metformin: 19 F says she is getting diarrhea from metformin. She does not give dose or reason she is taking it. Asks Can it be related. ANS: yes. You need to check with your health care team and see what they think as they know you best.

Answered 9/19/2016

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