Metformin (Metformin hydrochloride)
Drug Class: Diabetes medication
Biguanide medication that reduces glucose production and improves insulin sensitivity.
Nutrients That Metformin May Deplete
Long-term use of Metformin has been associated with lower levels of the following nutrients. This pattern data is surfaced by WePattern's clinical Knowledge Graph.
- Vitamin B12
- Folate
- CoQ10
- Vitamin B1
Common Side Effects of Metformin
- Digestive issues
- Lactic acidosis (rare)
- B12 deficiency
- Metallic taste