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2. Metformin - Wikipedia

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   Gastrointestinal upset can cause severe discomfort; it is most common when metformin is first administered, or when the dose is increased. [ 75 ] [ 80 ] The discomfort can often be avoided by beginning at a low dose (1.0 to 1.7 g/day) and increasing the dose gradually, but even with low doses, 5% of people may be unable to tolerate metformin.

3. When Is the Best Time to Take Metformin? - AOL

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   The most common side effects of metformin include: Diarrhea. Nausea. Vomiting. ... Prepare for potential side effects. Taking metformin may cause unpleasant side effects like diarrhea, nausea, and ...

4. How Long Will It Take to Lose Weight on Metformin?

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   Among the 199 participants, 154 took a daily dose of up to 2,500mg of metformin for six months — the average metformin dose was 2,230mg daily. The remaining 45 participants weren’t treated ...

5. 7 Benefits of Metformin (Including Weight Loss) - AOL

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   The most common side effects are gastrointestinal (everyone’s favs: diarrhea, bloating, stomach pain, gas, indigestion and constipation). These affect up to 30 percent of metformin users.

6. Diabetes medication - Wikipedia

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   Among common diabetic drugs, Metformin is the only widely used oral drug that does not cause weight gain. [ 9 ] Typical reduction in glycated hemoglobin (A1C) values for Metformin is 1.5–2.0%

7. Alpha-glucosidase inhibitor - Wikipedia

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   In the colon, bacteria will digest the complex carbohydrates, thereby causing gastrointestinal side effects such as flatulence and diarrhea. Since these effects are dose-related, it is generally advised to start with a low dose and gradually increase the dose to the desired amount. Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis is another reported side ...