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If someone has a trace of ketones in urine and they recently diagnosed as diabetic is it unsafe to begin metformin? the a1c is 9?

Q: if someone has a trace of ketones in urine and they recently diagnosed as diabetic is it unsafe to begin metformin? the a1c is 9?

: Trace of ketones in the urine is commonly observed, especially if urine was collected when fasting. There is no contraindication of metformin use in your case. Take care.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Trace of ketones in the urine is commonly observed, especially if urine was collected when fasting. There is no contraindication of metformin use in your case. Take care.

Answered 9/11/2023

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A member asked:

If someone has a trace of ketones in urine and they recently diagnosed as diabetic is it unsafe to begin metformin? the a1c is 9?

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