Hello, my wife is in eight month of pregnancy. She was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and prescribed metformin hydrochloride 500 mg sustained release tablets. Are those tablets safe during pregnancy.

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago

A. Yes of course they are safe to be taken during pregnancy and make sure that the sugar levels are within normal limits and be in constant touch with your doctorWrite Your Answer Here

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