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6 week pregnancy taking metformin sr
Hi I am 6 weeks pregnant and my sugar level in fasting in 105 smg/dl. So my gynaecologist prescribed me metformin sr 500mg. I am taking a special diet also for sugar control. But for the last 3 days I have been passing loose and watery stools whenever I eat something. Unable to hold food in my stomach. Otherwise no stomach pain or camps before stool. My sugar levels after breakfast and lunch are below 110mg/dl. Only fasting glucose levels are increased. Can metformin gives you diarrhea??
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Metformin does cause diarrhoea in some but it tends to subside in some time. If it doesn't, consult your doctor regarding medicine change.
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Yes. Stomach upset is a side effect of Metfornin
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Dr. Vijaya Gupta
Gynecologist
22 yrs exp
Chandigarh
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Metformin is known to cause gastrointestinal symptoms including diarrhoea
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Dr. Pushpa Gour
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32 yrs exp
Bhopal
Yes diarrhoea is a side effect of metformin.
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