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Is metformin hydrochloride 500mg safe to lower fasting blood sugar? 32 weeks pregnant i was diagnosed with gd but only my fasting glucose is around 100-113. after meals is always below 120 (108-115?
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Yes, Metformin is appropriate in these circumstances. A lower fasting glucose is desirable but it is reassuring that your other sugars are good.
Answered 12/1/2021
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