Metformin — Drug Interactions, Alcohol & Pregnancy Guide
Last reviewed: · Source: US FDA drug label database
About Metformin
Metformin is the first-line medication for type 2 diabetes in the UK. It lowers blood glucose by reducing hepatic glucose production. It is also used for PCOS and gestational diabetes. Rare risk of lactic acidosis with heavy alcohol use or kidney impairment.
Also sold as: Glucophage, Bolamyn
Metformin and Alcohol
Avoid alcohol with metformin — it significantly increases the risk of lactic acidosis, a rare but serious complication.
Full guide →Metformin in Pregnancy
Metformin is sometimes continued or started in pregnancy for gestational diabetes — but requires close medical supervision.
Full guide →Metformin — Drug Combinations
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