Cheryl H. asked
My spouse was diagnosed with PCOS and is taking Metformin ER, Junel Fe, and 10mg escitalopram for depression. She has been experiencing occasional lower abdominal pain, described as sharp period-like pain, which has been occurring since before switching to immediate release metformin. The pain is intense (around 9/10) and lasts for about 30 seconds, occurring once every couple of days. Is this something to be concerned about, considering metformin's rare complications?
December 3rd, 2024
Jessica M. answered
The lower abdominal pain your spouse is experiencing is likely a side effect of metformin. It is adv...
December 3rd, 2024
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