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Is There Interaction Between Nicotine And Metformin?

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Question : is it OK to use nicotine patches as well as taking metformin
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Answered by Dr. Sandip Kabra (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes, can be taken

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HCM.

There is NO known drug interaction with nicotine and metformin, a hypoglycemic drug.

So you can use nicotine patches without any fear.

Regards,

Dr.Sandip Kabra
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Is There Interaction Between Nicotine And Metformin?

Brief Answer: Yes, can be taken Detailed Answer: Hi, Welcome to HCM. There is NO known drug interaction with nicotine and metformin, a hypoglycemic drug. So you can use nicotine patches without any fear. Regards, Dr.Sandip Kabra