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Does Metformin Cause Side Effect In Non Diabetic Condition?
Hi. I accidentally ingested metformin, it wasn t even prescribed to me. Since the drug is an oral hypoglycemic, and known to be lowering the blood sugar level I ate 5 Butterfingers, 6 jelly cookies and a chocolate brownie. Am I going to be safe? Or am I going to experience any side effects such as diarrhea, nausea or worse lactic acidosis. Thank you! Please reply, I m in a state of Panic.
Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. You have taken metformin tablet, accedentally. It also used for P.C.O.S. even with out the diabetis, and usually do not show the hypoglycemia. If hypo glycemia is seen also, the steps you have taken will be sufficient. If at all the sweating and giddiness continues you can have sugar water 10 spoons in a glass of water. But never repeat the same again. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
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Does Metformin Cause Side Effect In Non Diabetic Condition?
Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. You have taken metformin tablet, accedentally. It also used for P.C.O.S. even with out the diabetis, and usually do not show the hypoglycemia. If hypo glycemia is seen also, the steps you have taken will be sufficient. If at all the sweating and giddiness continues you can have sugar water 10 spoons in a glass of water. But never repeat the same again. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.