Patient's question:
Can type 2 diabetes patients with hepatitis B take metformin?Doctor's answer:
After the recurrence of type 2 diabetes, if accompanied by the recurrence of hepatitis B virus infection, as long as liver function is normal, metformin can be used exclusively for treatment. If liver function impairment occurs again, it is not recommended to rely solely on oral medications to avoid further damage to liver function. Generally, it is advisable to promptly decide to use insulin for treatment while also paying attention to appropriately enhancing dietary and lifestyle management to improve blood sugar control.