Common Side Effects of Metformin
Gas. Diarrhea. Belly pain. Constipation.
Does metformin affect bowel movements?
Gastrointestinal adverse effects such as abdominal pain, nausea, dyspepsia, anorexia, and diarrhea are common and widely accepted when occurring at the start of metformin therapy. Diarrhea occurring long after the dosage titration period is much less well recognized.
How do you treat diabetic constipation?
As it turns out, many of the healthy choices that doctors recommend to help manage diabetes will also ease constipation:
- Eat food that's high in fiber, like whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.
- Get regular exercise.
- Drink plenty of water.
