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A member asked:
Is glumetza better than metformin? does it cause cancer if taken for a long time? how long has it been in existence?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Glumetza or metformi: If you don't need Glumetza don't take it. If you don't use Metformin don't take it. Cancer is unlikely. What is necessary is a discussion with your doctor about your diabetes meds. At age 40 you most likely have type 2 diabetes. This is a good time to start planning to rid yourself completely from diabetes. I suggest you see a dietitian to help you.
Answered 4/28/2016
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No: To say that it’s better wouldn’t quite be accurate - Glumetza is the extended-release form of metformin that affords fewer dosing times. This drug has not been known to cause cancer in the medical literature (I did do a cursory search to look for web chatter, and still did not see anything), and it was approved by the FDA on June 3rd 2005.
Answered 4/25/2016
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