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Can Metformin Be Taken During Pregnancy?

I m 37 pregnant for the first time, I m 275lbs, and I m type 2 diabetic. should i continue to take my metforman? is there anything I should or should not be doing? I have to wait on my medical card which will take up to two more weeks before I can see a doctor. Do you have any suggestions?
Fri, 30 Mar 2018
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Hello,

Yes, you can continue Metformin drug. Keep on monitoring blood glucose levels for adjustment of dose as it might need increasing if blood glucose level increases.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Noora
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Can Metformin Be Taken During Pregnancy?

Hello, Yes, you can continue Metformin drug. Keep on monitoring blood glucose levels for adjustment of dose as it might need increasing if blood glucose level increases. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Noora