What is the common dosage of the diabetes medication metformin? Metformin is often the first medication prescribed to newly diagnosed type two diabetics. Doses are often started low and increased as tolerated.
Most patients are started on 500mg once a day. And, their dose may be increase every two weeks until desired effect on blood sugar is a achieved. With a maximum dose of about 2000mg.
Side effects do limit the doses people can tolerated. Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and gas are the most common stomach complaints. The adverse effects of metformin can be reduces by starting with low doses or using the extended release versions of the medication.
Remember, changes in diet can have a tremendous effect on blood sugar. I’ve seen people get off all their diabetes medication after improving what they eat. I recommend you start by reading a book called Why We Get Fat: And What to Do About It
Always talk to your health care provider before making any changes in diet or medications. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you are having any problems with your medication.
