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What Causes Diarrhea While On Metformin And Zetia?
I have been taking Metformin for almost a year without much problem but about 5 months ago my doctor also gave me Zetia to take, At first i would only have a problem with diarreha ocasionally but now it s to the point that I am afraid to go somewhere in the early part of the day because when it comes it comes on strongly with no holding for a second, and it is very embarassing. I still work full time and would like to be active to lose some weight but the more I move around the more problem it can be. Can it be the combination of these two drugs or do you think it s something else. I am tired of living on anti-diarreha medicine.
I think that your problem diarrhea is related to Metformin. It is known that diarrhea is one of side effects of metformin. Drug interaction between Metformin and Zetia it is not known. So you need a consultation with diabetic doctor maybe to change the medication. During this time you need to take hydroelectric regimens to replace the lost and probiotics.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Monika Dede
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What Causes Diarrhea While On Metformin And Zetia?
Hello, I think that your problem diarrhea is related to Metformin. It is known that diarrhea is one of side effects of metformin. Drug interaction between Metformin and Zetia it is not known. So you need a consultation with diabetic doctor maybe to change the medication. During this time you need to take hydroelectric regimens to replace the lost and probiotics. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Monika Dede