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Metformin belongs to a class of medications called biguanides and works mainly by decreasing glucose production in the liver, while also improving the body's sensitivity to insulin in muscle and fat tissue, which helps cells absorb and use glucose more effectively; it may also modestly reduce the amount of sugar absorbed from the intestines. Although metformin is FDA-approved for the treatment of type 2 diabetes, its use in prediabetes is considered off-label, meaning it has not been formally approved by the FDA for this specific purpose.
For prediabetes, metformin is generally used alongside lifestyle interventions such as weight loss, increased physical activity, and dietary changes, which remain the primary recommended approach, with medication considered for those at higher risk of progression or when lifestyle changes alone are not achieving desired results. Metformin is typically started at a low dose and gradually increased to help minimize gastrointestinal side effects, and it is usually taken with meals to improve tolerability. Periodic monitoring of blood sugar levels, as well as kidney function and vitamin B12 levels with long-term use, is generally recommended while taking metformin.
Common side effects of metformin include nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth, which are often more noticeable when starting the medication or increasing the dose and tend to improve over time, especially with extended-release formulations or when taken with food. Long-term use has been associated with lower vitamin B12 levels in some people, so periodic monitoring may be recommended, particularly if symptoms of deficiency such as fatigue or numbness and tingling develop. A rare but serious risk is lactic acidosis, a buildup of lactic acid in the blood that can be life-threatening, which is more likely in people with significant kidney or liver impairment, heavy alcohol use, or certain acute illnesses, and may present as unusual muscle pain, difficulty breathing, stomach pain, or unusual tiredness. Metformin should be temporarily stopped before procedures involving contrast dye and in situations involving dehydration or acute illness, and patients should contact their healthcare provider promptly if they experience symptoms suggestive of lactic acidosis or persistent gastrointestinal symptoms that do not improve.
This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only a healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for you. TelyRx does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a limited summary of general information about the medicine’s uses from the patient education materials and is not intended to be comprehensive. This limited summary does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and does not replace information you may receive from your healthcare provider. For a more detailed summary of information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine, please review the entire patient education information you receive with the medication.
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