Patient's question:
Age Description: My husband has had diabetes for 3 years. At first, he noticed that he had lost a lot of weight. When he went to the hospital for a check-up, the results showed a fasting blood sugar level of over 13. Initially, he was prescribed a combination of Glipizide and Metformin, but later he started taking only Metformin. His fasting blood sugar level has generally been maintained around 6.8. However, he seems to have become even more slender than before. I heard that taking Metformin can cause weight loss. Is this the factor or cause?Doctor's answer:
Hello: No, metformin has a weight-loss effect on obese patients, but it does not cause weight loss in people with standard body weight. It is recommended to use the medication under the guidance of a doctor. Wishing you a speedy recovery!