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Hi dears, the doctor prescribed metformin pills to treat my type 2 diabetes. I would like to know exactly how this drug work and what are the potential side effects? I’m a little worried about taking a new drug that I’ve never used before. Will the drug really help me control my blood sugar level? How will I feel when eating it?
Medics Doctors’ Answer:
Welcome and thank you for consulting us. Metformin is a common drug prescribed by doctors to thousands of diabetics around the world.
We understand your concern about the new drug and it is always useful to ask experts what you worry about.
How Does Metformin Work?
Metformin helps reduce blood sugar levels by reducing the amount of glucose released by the liver into the bloodstream. It also makes the body’s cells more sensitive to insulin so that they can absorb glucose more easily. When taking metformin regularly, you will help your body reduce sugar levels and notice that in the fasting blood sugar test.
What Are The Side Effects Of Metformin?
Taking metformin may cause symptoms and side effects including:
1. Digestive problems
Such as nausea, diarrhea and stomach pain so metformin should be taken with food to reduce digestive disorders.
2. Metallic taste in the mouth
This tends to improve over time and using a sugar-free candy lollipop may help you avoid this annoying taste.
3. Loss Of Appetite Or Slight Weight Loss
This usually disappears as the body adapts to the treatment. To help with this adaptation make sure to eat healthy weighted meals.
4. Low Levels Of Vitamin B12
That’s why supplements may be recommended to prevent vitamin B12 deficiency when patients take metformin.
Be sure to contact the doctor immediately if you feel any unusual muscle pain, signs of increased lactic acid such as speed of breathing, nausea/vomiting, or symptoms of low blood sugar such as feeling shivering, sweating or confusion.
We wish you constant health and are happy to answer any other consultations you or the other readers have.
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