What To Avoid When Taking Metformin | Drug Interactions | Pharmacology

What To Avoid When Taking Metformin | Drug Interactions | Pharmacology

Metformin is a medication used to reduce or lower blood glucose levels. Metformin is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome, among other conditions. Unfortunately, metformin can cause a variety of mild and severe side effects, including lactic acidosis. Certain foods, beverages and other medications can increase the risk of side effects from metformin.

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[pameladelisser]

I was just diagnosed with diabetes at age 69. Before metformin. I was too weak to function and was looking into assisted living. Since metformin. I feel undeniably stronger. Can.t do without..

[carolemckibbon]

This was very informative. I retired in 2018 after 53 yrs working as a RN. I am 78 yrs old and have taken Metformin since 2014. No other meds except for B12 3xwk. Definitely not 10 meds. Sadly, I have seen many elderly patients with too many medicines causing multiple problems. Polypharmacy is a major problem in the elderly in this country. This video is an important tool in making caregivers and patients aware of interactions.

[Quackingdaffs]

….and has anyone told you that metformin gives you the runs…in my case serve and debilitating and badly effecting my life. For over 18 months I suffered and not one doctor pointed it out that it could be the Metformin. This included consultants.😳 I persuaded my diabetic nurse to stop the metformin and the problem stopped over night …100% improved!

[vanesslifeygo]

Agree with B12 supplementation. Almost anyone with prolonged health issues may benefit minority from B12 but it is merely a band-aid fix when things are that bad.

[almatomaque]

I take Metformin lately, but I stop because of the side effect. I change other medicine to the Dr. Thank you for Sharing Sir. God bless

[frankwebb]

When Grapefruit is taken for breakfast and Metformin is taken in the evening there is NO problems! I have been doing this for years !

[natt]

Very useful information, I am on Metformin since decades, my DM T 2 is under control, this video is yet another reminder to watch out for other contradicting meds. Thanks a Ton.

[robertstancliffsr]

I have been taking metformin since I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 34 years ago and it was called, Glucophage, It works, my A1C stays around 5.8 and I have noticed no side effects. I have frequent checkups and have had no problem with liver or kidney damage. I do take a B-12 supplement because I read that Metformin could reduce my B-12 level. No side effects from Metformin for me and I believe is it at least partly responsible for my being 78, a type 2 diabetic and very

[johnauner]

As long as kidneys work well, metformin won't accumulate and kill you. The problem is that after 70 - kidney function goes down in almost everybody.

[azraraza]

Excellent information 👌 thank you so much. I am diabetic for more than 15 years taking metformen for years now recently started to develop UTI quite often so each time I get UTI the doctor gives me trimethoprim course without mentioning weather it interacts with metformen. I am extremely thankful to you.

[terryabbey]

I take a teaspoon of turmeric every morning, but my blood sugar was a wee bit high, so I took a metformin tablet, I felt dread full, my blood pressure had dropped to almost unreadable, and it dawned on me it was the reaction to between the metformin and turmeric, almost fatal, be careful they don mix

[mariereneagonzalez]

I was on it since December 2021 until June 2022 🤔 due to 41kg weight loss and my kidney damage without metformin y blood sugars are fine it dropped to 3.4 in hospital. 2022 could be year 🤲🏻🤲🏻🤲🏻🤲🏻🤲🏻 I know I don’t have diabetes anymore 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳 I reversed it 6 months later with un intentional weight loss 41kg

[BiddutMitra]

I stopped taking metformin 7 years ago. Got no problem.

[thepissedoffpatriot]

My wife takes it for type 2 but read a artical today stating that metaformin that it found to cause or increase risk of cancer I told her to talk to doc about switching.

[stevejones]

I'm taking metformin and I must watch it what I eat and side effects, this video is very helpful health wise.

[narflethegarthok]

I take metformin and two medications you nentioned and haven't had any problems....thanks for the info

[elenaceleste]

I take Metformin - I also drink 1 C of red grapefruit juice once in a while, I have blood draw to check my liver and kidneys no problem. Thank you for the informations.👍

[kaylee]

This is great info. I will send this to a friend - knowledge is power.
I dnt believe any doctor go through all you have with their patients.
KEEP THE INFO ROLLING. HIGHLY APPRECIATE.

[SohaibWildanKhan]

My blood sugar became low due to Metformin should be careful and keep consulting Dr while consuming this medicine

[roytetwart]

I am not the brightest spark in the fire but I managed to absorb and understand this video. Excellent vocal
from the commentator made the video clear and understandable. Thank you! (I've now subscribed).