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Question from British Columbia, Canada:

I have type 1 diabetes, and I am wondering about adding oral medications to better control sugars and weight gain. Can metformin be taken in conjunction with insulin?

Answer:

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There is probably very little to be gained by adding an oral hypoglycemic agent to your insulin treatment regimen. This is the case with metformin or other medications

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October 2, 2003

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Question from British Columbia, Canada:

I have type 1 diabetes, and I am wondering about adding oral medications to better control sugars and weight gain. Can metformin be taken in conjunction with insulin?

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Question from British Columbia, Canada:

I have type 1 diabetes, and I am wondering about adding oral medications to better control sugars and weight gain. Can metformin be taken in conjunction with insulin?

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