Most people with type 2 diabetes take medication to manage blood sugar. The most common first medication is metformin.
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Diabetes · Pharma Init — the real content
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Starting dose
Metformin is the most commonly prescribed first medication for type 2 diabetes. It comes as pills and a liquid.
Metformin is taken with meals. Doctors usually start with a low dose and raise it gradually every 1 to 2 weeks.
Common metformin side effects include diarrhea, nausea, gas and changes in taste. Most fade after the first few weeks.
Pair your morning medication with something you already do at the same time. Brushing teeth or starting coffee works well.
On metformin, pair the dose with the largest meal of the day. The food cushions early GI side effects.
I know many people ask the doctor what to expect when starting a new diabetes medication. Knowing the timeline helps with adherence.
If your phone is already in your pocket at the same time daily, set a recurring alarm at that time as the medication cue.
When you start a new medication, check more often for the first 2 weeks. Patterns set the dose for the next visit.
Metformin may support a small amount of weight loss for some people. It does not usually cause low blood sugar on its own.
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