Dr. Albana Greca
General Practitioner
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Hello doctor,
I am a 72-year-old male and have been diagnosed with diabetes. For the past two years, I have been using Cetapin XR 500 mg tablets to manage my condition. Fortunately, my blood sugar levels are well-controlled. However, I have noticed that I am experiencing weight loss. Can you please let me know why this is happening? Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern.Cetapin XR 500 mg (Metformin), which contains Metformin as its main ingredient, is commonly used to treat high blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes. Weight loss can indeed be a side effect associated with the use of Cetapin. It is often considered beneficial for individuals with diabetes as it helps in managing blood sugar levels. To address your concern, I suggest maintaining a chart of your blood sugar levels and discussing it with your healthcare provider. They may consider adjusting the dosage of Cetapin or exploring other treatment options to better manage your blood sugar and address the weight loss. In the meantime, it is important to ensure you have regular meals despite being diabetic. Consistency in your eating pattern will provide the necessary nutrition and support your overall well-being. I hope this information helps. Please get back in case of more queries.
Kind regards.
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