Can I Take Ibuprofen While Taking Metformin?
Many patients who take the diabetes drug metformin complain that the pill makes them nauseated, and researchers say the smell may be to blame. The pill's "fishy" smell is released in the stomach and can be released in belches, which could explain the nausea. Researchers say a coated, extended-release version of the medication could prevent the problem and help patients stick to their medication schedule.
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