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What To Do I Have Tested Positive For Covid ?

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Posted on Wed, 20 Nov 2024
Question: hi
I have tested positive for Covid
Im 65 and been double jabbed and boosted i have t2 diabeties i take 4 metformin a day
meI freind of mine also has the same and his Dr has told him to stop taking metformin should i do the sane
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

You need not stop taking metformin.

I am not sure for what reason your friend's doctor advised him to stop taking metformin.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
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What To Do I Have Tested Positive For Covid ?

Brief Answer: No Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for posting your query. I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you. You need not stop taking metformin. I am not sure for what reason your friend's doctor advised him to stop taking metformin. Regards, Dr.R.K.