What are the side effects for metformin?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhea, weakness, or a metallic taste in the mouth may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctort promptly. If stomach symptoms return later (after taking the same dose for several days or weeks), tell your doctor right away.

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2656mg/dL

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Blood sugar of less than 80 - 100mg/dl with 8 hours of fasting and less than 120 - 140mg/dl after 2 hrs of eating is considered as normal

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Calcium,Iron,Antacids

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