Metformin Flashcards
1
Q
Metformin
A -
A
metformin helps cells respond better to insuklin leading to a reduction in BG
2
Q
Metformin
T H-
A
tablet with breafast OD
3
Q
Metformin
E-
A
1 week
4
Q
Metformin
T -
A
Check BG after 3 months with annual review
5
Q
Metformin
I -
A
Nausea / diarrhoea (tummy upset)
Weight loss
RISK OF HYPO SO ALWAYS CARRY LUCOZADE WITH YOU
6
Q
Metformin
C -
A
People with chronic kidney disease
7
Q
Which type of diabetic medication has the highest risk of hypoglycaemia?
A
Gliclazides