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Q: just started on metformin,any chance it's causing my gerd symptoms?

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Stephanie, Health Guide
4/23/10 10:01pm

According to the information I could find, stomach upset is the most common side effect of Metformin. If this continues, you should talk to your doctor about what you should do. She may want you to try a different anti-diabetic med or add a reflux med.

 

Best of Luck - Stephanie

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By Theresa— Last Modified: 12/26/10, First Published: 04/23/10