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Is Metformin Helpful For Weightloss And Acne?
i am seriously considering taking glucophage 850mg to lose weight and get rid of my acne . will it work, if so, what is the correct dosage?
Fri, 21 Jan 2011
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Metformin is not an ideal choice to lose weight on a long term basis as along with the side effects its main problem is that you will regain the weight as soon as you stop the drug. Better drugs are available and the best way is to join a gym and start with aerobics and diet control. The excess weight lost this way will last longer.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal
Welcome to HealthcareMagic forum.
Metformin is not an ideal choice to lose weight on a long term basis as along with the side effects its main problem is that you will regain the weight as soon as you stop the drug. Better drugs are available and the best way is to join a gym and start with aerobics and diet control. The excess weight lost this way will last longer.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal
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