i am 29 weeks pregnant with gestational diabetes my health provider prescribe glycomet 500 sr tab twice a day but i am consulted other gynocologist bcz my doctor out of station new doctor recommended to stop glycomet and start insulin i am very tensed about medicine plz i want some suggestions especially from gynocologist....

1 Answer

ExpertDr Priyanka KalraObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago

A. see its absolutely safe ok. Well, this looks ok but avoid self medication. try giving proper diet n don't miss on dose in this. see more you can ask your own treating doctor. i am sure they will solve all your doubts and guide you

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