Metformin is a classic old drug for lowering blood sugar, suitable for which diabetic friends, how to use it correctly, avoid side effects, one video explains it all.

First, metformin increases insulin sensitivity, making it suitable for type 2 diabetic patients with relatively good insulin secretion function. It helps insulin work more effectively, allowing blood sugar to enter tissue cells more easily, thereby lowering blood sugar. Before taking the medication, consult a doctor to check insulin secretion function to achieve better blood sugar control.

Second, metformin generally does not easily cause hypoglycemia. Once it lowers blood sugar to a certain level, it stops further reduction, avoiding the risk of hypoglycemia.

Third, while metformin lowers blood sugar, it also inhibits the activity of fatty acid synthase, reducing the accumulation of fat tissue, helping to lose weight, and indirectly lowering blood lipids, which aids in preventing cardiovascular diseases. It is more suitable for diabetic patients who are relatively obese.

Fourth, the most obvious side effect of metformin is gastrointestinal reactions, such as abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Metformin comes in three forms: regular tablets have a greater gastrointestinal irritation, so it is generally recommended to take them after meals. Enteric-coated tablets require taking them half an hour before meals, as taking them during or after meals will affect drug absorption and significantly reduce blood sugar control effectiveness.

Extended-release tablets have a long-lasting effect. If fasting blood sugar or morning post-meal blood sugar is high, take the medication after dinner. If blood sugar is high during the day or after dinner, take it in the morning.

Have you remembered these four points?