Patient's question:
How do overweight people diet while taking Metformin? I don't have diabetes? Does Metformin diet have a big impact on the body? Can overweight people take Metformin?Doctor's answer:
Metformin tablets must be selected for type 2 diabetes that does not respond to simple dietary control and exercise therapy, especially for obese type 2 diabetes. It is not recommended to use it for dieting. Due to certain gastrointestinal side effects, some patients may have a more severe reaction. Therefore, when starting medication, a low dose can be considered, such as 0.25g each time. Based on the patient's specific blood sugar levels, the dosage can be determined as either twice daily or three times daily. It is generally taken after meals to reduce gastrointestinal irritation.