Metformin and Weight-Loss | Dr. Dan Obesity Expert

If you have diabetes, you very likely have heard of metformin, or if you have been paying attention to the news in the last couple of years, you may have also heard of it being recalled. Now I am not here to talk about how bad metformin is; actually, quite the opposite! Instead, today we are talking about why some people might lose weight when taking metformin.
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[@theofficialdrdan]

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[@jam6web84]

I'm a normal healthy person with no pre-existing disease and I take metformin daily. It helps me maintain a slender body without the hefty price of Ozempic. I love it sooo much. Knowledge truly is power.

[@cloudmellie8293]

I have pcos and also healthy my gynecologist gave me metformin and im excited to start it

[@mickbear413]

I've been on Metformin, for only 5 weeks now due to being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and I've already lost 5lb

[@healthy711]

I've Diabetes type 2, I weighed 101kg😢 at the doctor 4 days ago. This is the heaviest I've ever been along with pcos too...i was prescribed Metformin 500mg 1x/day. I've had no side effects so far. Im changing my diet and will exercise more . I just want to be healthier again. 😢I pray for strength

[@cherisemelf4758]

You will like what you see, and you will LOVE the way you feel. I Promise!

[@healthy711]

Thank you . I really hope so🙏

[@cherisemelf4758]

@@healthy711 You are so welcome hun

[@hodana8576]

Research taking NAC which is a supplement that helps insulin resistance for pcos also …you should be able to take it ontop of the metformin but talk to your dr first . You have to increase your protein intake every meal to help also

[@robertahosey9765]

Hi. How is it going? I’m two days in on one tablet a day for one week. Then it increases each week.

[@boldandcourageous4176]

Dr. Dan this video was excellent!By far the best video on Metformin for weight loss! You are incredibly informed. Thank you for sharing all of your knowledge in such a relatable way. Subscribed !!!

[@farahumar8608]

Thank you Dr. Dan! Again another excellent and highly informative video and essentially answered all the questions I was having! Very grateful to have found your wonderful videos and your program! Today is the day I was able to finally listen to missed and re listen to your videos as I took my doggo for his “and mine” walk!:)

[@boonyaveepunja6957]

Thanks for keeping it straight forward and easy to understand for an ESL person like me, the subtitle definitely helps!!! I’ve subscribed to your channel! Wish you a very successful KZbin channel Dr.Dan 😉

[@theofficialdrdan]

Thank you very much :)

[@celestetassy6622]

Thank you so much,you have covered everything.

[@aprilmakabrownshuga8669]

Thank you for this information!

[@lynnedyson3778]

Thank you for the clear and concise way you explain this subject.

[@angel2kiss08]

I've been on metformin for 5 weeks, lost 12lbs.Taking 500mg 2x/day. So happy I'm seeing results.

[@niecy4luv27]

Hi are you a diabetic? Or are you just trying to loose weight? I haven’t lost weight and I have been on them for about 3-4 weeks

[@andreanah4502]

@@niecy4luv27my husband has been on it for like two months cause he was pre diabetic and he hasn’t lost much either maybe 5-7 pounds

[@malenateves]

Wonderful video. Very well presented. You don't give yourself enough credit! I appreciate this sooooo much Dr. Dan!!!!

[@theofficialdrdan]

🥰🥰

[@kimbinette8525]

Very informative. Thank you!!

[@TaylorJohnson1]

Great video. I’m starting this tomorrow.

[@beatrizkessler7475]

Thanks so much for important information

[@nursyvibz3788]

Thanks Dr Dan! This was very helpful!

[@user-hp8vu4pv4u]

I been using the tablet for 33 years now so far so good ❤

[@julie6324]

Thankyou very informative 👍

[@robertjohnston3658]

Well presented and the best analysis of Metformin that I have seen Well done Dr Dan!

[@TeeXclusive629]

Great video and the way you explained the medicine with ease was amazing! I am more comfortable and confident about it and bravo on your educating style!

[@ashleybarr9401]

Thank you for explaining

[@Trinime]

I’m a doctor who gained 80 pounds during medschool (yea college and junk food being an easy fix when you’re in a hospital for 60+ hours a week then have to study whilst keeping up club activities does that to you). This year I decided to try metformin 500mg od along with a caloric deficit and excercise and I dropped an average of 2 pounds a week and lost 40 pounds. The results being attributed to metformin might be anecdotal however it’s not the first time I tried to lose weight so I think it definitely had some of benefit.

[@maudestinelimbrick2445]

As a dr you should know it can possibly cause”induced diabetic”👈🏽bigger problems not worth it for few pounds lost an A1C raising very high overtime..

[@Trinime]

One thing I must make clear, metformin is not a miracle drug that will cause the weight loss, it affects your body's way of processing carbohydrates. By blocking formation of new glucose, then burning the free glucose molecules int he blood and glycogen in the muscles (lightweight exercise followed by cardio) you're essentially pushing fat (and protein, so you should have high protein intake to prevent muscle wasting) metabolism once you're in a caloric deficit.

[@Viv8ldi]

So there is no risk from taking it without diabetes?

[@paulrose4321]

Thank you!

[@jeffbautista9935]

Excellent and informative video

[@ashleymegonnell7589]

Thank u for this. It has truly helped me. Other than the GI side effect that I am willing to deal with it has been life changing.

[@jrowlove7328]

I really appreciate your no nonsense approach. I trust you, that is not easy for me. I am binge watching your videos. What do you think about Berberine?

[@theofficialdrdan]

It's ok. Nothing special

[@Mrs_Vicarages]

Thank you Dr Dan 😊

[@theofficialdrdan]

My pleasure

[@cindywilliams3542]

Thanks for the video very interesting. Cant do regular metformin but thanks to your video will ask PC if I can try long acting time released. Appreciate your information.

[@theofficialdrdan]

Thank you 😊

[@Viv8ldi]

Very interesting to give it to people who gain weoght from taking antipsychotic medication or antidepressants

[@nealydown86]

I just started this today to help with my weight loss and I had no stomach issues because I ate a very small meal with it.

[@kel6357]

Great vid

[@NaeemRavat]

My Metformin adventure started 8 weeks ago. My weight has dropped from 210lbs to 190lbs from Sept/22 to Nov/22. I'm not pre-diabetic, so I'm taking it off-label. Motivated after studying Dr. David Sinclair, (my son said we should be guinea pigs and do this experiment} taking Berberine, Resveratrol, NMN and practice regular intermittent fasting. He is doing it for longevity to live to 150 years. I am doing it not to extend my life but to reverse my biological age so that I have the cardio vascular performance, physiology and hormones of a 20 year old cyclist, yogi at the age of 100 years. I take Metformin rather than Berberine as Metformin is David Sinclair's first choice before Berberine. My target weight is to lose another 30lbs to get down to my college weight of 160 pounds over the next 3 months. I regularly fast and eat OMAD (one meal a day) and am active every day either cycling or yoga.

[@lawrenceo7372]

Dosage level.?

[@saulo1974a]

Could you please say what the dosage are you taking?

[@kristyklinge4832]

Where can this be ordered from?

[@aliyahcozzi3636]

I just started today, 500mg twice a day, got it prescribed in my medical weight loss program

[@Vasudeva108.]

Kristy Klinge I recommend “ageless RX” they give u a prescription and deliver to your door reoccurring. I do ageless RX cuz doctors always want blood tests and keep going to stay on meds. Be honest with current medications and health questions.

[@hotpinkdful]

I have had metformin for two days now now that I have watched this video I took one today and I did not get sick like most people say that their stomach hurt so far so good

[@thanawancosgrove1266]

thank you Doctor

[@clarkkent7973]

My dietician saw the biggest weight loss in her patients when you first started taking Metformin (mainly due to the initial side effects that dissipate over time).

[@omadjourney]

I'm 3 months diagnosed and I wasn't paying attention as I was struggling with accepting that I'm diabetic so the other day I decided to get on a healthier lifestyle journey and I was shocked to find out I lost ten pounds without doing much.. I'll say doing much because I did change a lot of what I was eating so that definitely encouraged me to add exercise and I now do a mile a day. I can't wait to change my life and especially as my doctor said if I lose weight I'd be off medication...well something like that, basically he said my situation is definitely reversible according to my numbers so all around I'm excited.

[@omadjourney]

@@javilink7 thank you so much, words like this really do pick me up a lot and I will look for the ted talk you suggested as it's one day at a time at the time. Thank you for taking the time to reach out,I really appreciate you. X

[@musicismyheartii]

Aa aw

[@omadjourney]

@@musicismyheartii what lol...spit it out, it's a safe space here.

[@sage2181]

My dad has been on it for years and I am convinced it's why he is still here. It's being used in life extension clinics as there are many scientific papers claiming it extends life by decades. My father is the poster boy of bad health. I recently went on it to drop some pounds due to PCOS and it's immediately cut my appetite. I still am hungry of course but I just feel differently. I think it's also upset my stomach a bit on and off but nothing drastic. I actually think I feel a lot better on it as it must be doing something to my insulin levels which were perfect but still causing hunger.

[@nlgbeme7374]

Hi I’m about to start on Metformin, wondering if you have any updates? Did it help you lose some weight?

[@cherisemelf4758]

I can tell you this, my taste buds have changed drastically. I do not crave sugar like I was. Food I used too love, now I cant stand it! This is my new normal.

[@sage2181]

@@cherisemelf4758 wish it worked for me! I'm taking it but this morning was ravenous! I'm often very very hungry.

[@monalisasweetheart7369]

Who do I go to to get this medication? Will a dietician or physical therapist prescribe this? Great video, love the detailed information!! 😇

[@aaronbandy6661]

you can talk to your regular doctor, the first doctor who put me on it was my obgyn , I actually lost 35 lbs on it and it brought my levels down but that was back in 2010- I got pregnant and stopped taking it, fast forward now I am on it and Qsymia for weight loss (sorry some how I got logged out of my account) ~ Amanda

[@lyvsix]

In many countries it is sold over the counter, especially if you usually go to the sqme pharmacist, same with the pill, orlistat and other things that are hard to overdose on.

[@allierodriguez7599]

Hi do you know which is the batch that was pulled back? Please I need to know.

[@mariaalexander9235]

Please help I am a diabetic too I take metformin and homolog and Jo-Jo and now I'm on ozempic but I have constipation which I never had a problem with I tried Phillips Milk of Magnesia Santa kit please tell me or advise me what to do thank you

[@gonesleddinggonesledding6251]

Got mine from ageless Rx for weight loss but I’m currently on manjaro will it benefit to add the metformin now or wait till im off the manjaro ?

[@bogse]

I know there is abunch of good stuff metformin does to your body, my concern is that my free testo levels are right there in normal range at downside. Now if metformin decreses testosteronin as studies says then my testos will go abnormally low and that causes all kind of symptoms like suicide in worst case. What is your opinion of metformin lowerinf free testo levels. I just took my T-levels before I started to take metformin and take them again lets say 3-6 months if there is any significant change.

[@DeeeeV106]

I have been put on Metformin by the doctor I do not have Diabetes or Pcos , but I do take Thyroid Medication, I am on my TTC Journey.Please advise if it is safe. My doc mentioned that it will help me ovulate better I am on the fence about this .

[@iamsunflower-fu3lk]

I'm pre diabetic and was put on metformin but i haven't been consistent. I will do better in taking it because my weight is not dropping no matter what I do.

[@jessygreen5200]

My husband was originally prescribed Ozempric but that was almost a thousand dollars a month.. So they prescribed this... fingers 🤞

[@ASIM_MI]

Is metformin taking good care of you husband?

[@michaeljohnson91501]

Give us an update! Did he benefit from it???

[@jessygreen5200]

@michaeljohnson91501 when he 1st started metformin, it wasn't bad. I looked up common side effect, and they said diarrhea suggested eating when you take it, so it's not so hard on your stomach. It wasn't till they titrated him up on dosage that the diarrhea kicked in. He started taking it on March along with cutting out some sugars. Starting with soda, he went to 0 sugar pepsi and cut back on some carbs. I basically tried keto bread less sugar. He definitely started losing weight. But the diarrhea became bad enough. After the dosage changed, he tried going back down , and then he just quit taking it in May because he couldn't function. But at his original march appointment, his A1C was 10.2 weighing in at 263. When he went in on June 26th, his A1C was 5.7, and he was down 17lbs to 246. So the Dr said to keep cutting out the sugary soda and watch how many other sugars he took in, and they'd check again in 3 months.

[@OurDigitalClassRoom]

Thanks

[@theofficialdrdan]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@JUDY-mz9wg]

I used this drug and found it very helpful. I did not have diabetes but it was to prevent me from getting it, as my blood sugars were wonky at times. I did not lose weight on it but it did prevent me from gaining weight. Then a new doctor took me off Metformin and my weight rose quite a bit. My glucose was high as well as triglycerides. So now I will go back on it and hopefully, it will correct things for me. I tolerated this drug very well. Thanks for the info....much appreciated!

[@arlenebalcon5522]

Can I take dis for weight loss bcoz am not a diabetic?

[@mickdunne981]

Hi dr dan i have subbed and liked the video greetings from ireland.I have type 2 diebietes and i am on met formin and i have lost 2 stone after 2 weeks i was 15 stone and the other day when i checked my weight i am down to almost 12 stone al lot of my freinds have said i look well i want to take of my type 2 diebites i have an appointment with my eye doctor because i have retinopathy due to type 2 diebietes i have to go annually i will continue to take the metformine and go my gp and eye doctor.So the advise i would give any one that has type 1 or 2 type 2 diebites is please see your gp its better to be safe than sorry your health is your wealth.Thanks for sharing much love ❤

[@PatriciaSanders-nd4pd]

Since I have been taking the tablet my A1c went from 14 to 7 and my weight is has dropped

[@thebuzzyoumissed]

For weight loss which one is better Er Or regular one ??

[@kdjourney51]

It is over the counter in UK. So a 200lb person might lose 7lbs. Does it cross the blood brain barrier? It looks like Pharma saw THIS medication and tried to concentrate it in current round of GLP1 weight management prescriptions.

[@frankdesousa6654]

What about metformin and ozempic together? Anyone tried this? Is it advisable?

[@kimroesslein5292]

My Endocrinologist just prescribed Metformin for me this week for weight loss. I’m going to start taking it tomorrow. This has been very helpful and informative. I was feeling a bit apprehensive about it but feel better now. Thank you so much!

[@theofficialdrdan]

I am so happy to hear that!

[@edendenise1539]

how’s it going

[@herusaleron6793]

do it! this was the best decision i ever made despite being scared to take it myself.

[@celestialarmor695]

Give us an update

[@herusaleron6793]

@@celestialarmor695 i’m not the original commenter but i can update! i’ve been on metformin 1,000mg for two months now. i worked up from 500mg. the only side effect i’ve noticed is i’m a lot more gassy - lots of burping and farting. about an hour after i take it i have to use the restroom but it’s not too bad side effect wise. i also am taking ozempic once a week injection. the metformin alone made me have my period back (i have pcos and severe insulin resistance) and over the last two months i have had two natural periods again. i have lost about 15 lbs and i no longer feel like i’m starving all the time. i have more energy as well. it’s been a real life saver for me.

[@JohnVallevikGreen]

I have used metformin many years for diabetes. Yes, a consistent side effect for me is diarrhea. Still I would prefer diarrhea to constipation as a side effect, and I have learned to live with it. Normally one cannot which side effect to put up with. About a year now I have taken Ozempic as a supplemental diabetes treatment, and constipation is a common side effect Ozempic. Recently I ran out of metformin before a long weekend, and the presription had expired. Without metformin several days and with the Oz, I soon experienced constipation, which distressed me. I am glad to be back to normal (with diarrhea) where countervailing side effects of the 2 medicines.

[@sealifett8395]

Try Berberine

[@carlcolvin8320]

Hello Doc, I was just prescribed this 14 days ago, yes I type 2 for now, 7.3 is my score . I workout 6 days a week for 2 hours. Cardio wed - fri- Sun. I'm 5'8" presently 188 lbs. Been trying to burn off the viceral fat. This might work out. Will let you know.

[@ashleym9502]

Weight lifting is better for diabetes then cardio

[@carmenrivera2474]

Hi my ? Is am on 500 mg but I have to take 2 a day so should I take it can I take them both at one time. Help

[@jeanettejenmeredithdohmen3386]

Do they mix the medicine with another medicine to make a new medication 💊?

[@thenunujournals]

Just started metformin for PCOS. I no longer have cravings for sweets and I don't feel hungry which is amazing, now I can make conscious decisions about what I eat instead of just grabbing the first snack that I see in the cupboard. I am however underweight should I worry about unwanted weight loss?

[@theofficialdrdan]

Keep an eye on it. Likely won't be a problem but monitor

[@kadimetsamagi6417]

Trying to loose for weight loss, what dose please

[@helenhubbard1253]

A doctor suggested it for insulin resistance. I just don’t know when I should take it and also I was concerned do I need to start reading my blood sugar or is that gonna be OK?

[@theofficialdrdan]

Its good for that. BG levels should be fine.

[@AinaEstavillo]

Is there any way from mussle loss while taking this medication should i take it only on rest days i dont go to the gym

[@theofficialdrdan]

If you are working out consistently and eating plenty of protein I would not be worried.

[@kadimetsamagi6417]

Can i use it with weight loss, i have insulin issues, but i dont have diabetes. I have bad belly fat and facial hair growth. My hormones are fine.

[@user-wu8th8ox1j]

I noticed in a month after my doctor prescribing me this medication for weight loss...my cravings are decreasing big time, not wanting sugar foods is easier and lost 5 lbs in one week. I eat a little and feels like I ate a lot and stays that way. I more so am drinking unsweetened tea, coffee and water. 1st 2 weeks of side effects were rough..but now it's take off. No lactose, no red meat also doing

[@G.Farr4]

Do you still notice this nice side effect 5 months later?

[@JaimeMesChiens]

I developed IDDM, Type II that’s suspected to be related to long-ish-term steroid therapy. I’ve read much about Metformin, that I recently started taking, and I am feeling good. Very good. Idk if it’s in my mind, but my appetite has decreased and I probably will lose weight, if this persists. I am not terribly overweight, but put on 20-ish pounds over the pandemic, and am now working hard to lose that. Right now, anyway, it appears that being Rx’d Metformin may help.

[@maurap.4983]

I was prescribed this 2 weeks ago for T2. I haven't had any bad side effects at all. I still have to work on not eating in between meals, but I do find that I don't finish my meals. I feel full and can't finish my meals. I've lost a few pounds so far.

[@nicoleann0703]

Over the past 11 months, due to pre diabetes and weight gain as a result of antipsychotics (even though I did have prediabetes at one point before the antipsychotics), and combined with a healthy diet and exercise (which I was already doing), I have now lost 31 lbs. 👏 For me, the benefits of the drug certainly outweigh the cons!

[@user-fz9sp8ym7o]

Right dosage for weightloss?

[@berniecolling3697]

Hi Dr. Dan I read an article about Metformin can be used for anti-aging, and can be used to keep dementia away. What are your thoughts?

[@theofficialdrdan]

There is some evidence - mostly in animal models. Metformin is one of the drugs I would put in the water supply as it has a lot of health benefits outside of purely blood sugar control.

[@oluwoledavids7691]

Can asthma patient who gains weight any time she gets a steroid shot use metformin for weight loss?

[@marystravinski9141]

Dr Dan can I take metformin with mounjaro

[@MidwinterEclipse]

I took 1 1000mg pill and stopped. I got the worst case of diarrhea I have ever experienced. Painful explosive open the faucet diarrhea. And the dr said to take 2 pills a day.

[@herusaleron6793]

i just started metformin a few weeks ago and already lost 8 lbs. my insulin resistance was out of control, levels of 600% over the normal level. so it definitely helps with my hungry sensations and makes me eat less. i’m lucky and despite gastritis, gerd, and ibs have had no gi side effects which was a large concern for me.

[@RK-tc7jw]

And how long you are planing to take it? I am wondering if body gets addicted to metformin and is it easy to quit it after some time. Thank you!

[@vanessaculbert6080]

what was your dose requirement for weightloss and did you take 1,2,or 3 tablets per day?

[@herusaleron6793]

@@RK-tc7jw i will be on it for life given my pcos.

[@herusaleron6793]

@@vanessaculbert6080 500mg twice a day so 2 tablets

[@mememe86]

@@herusaleron6793 Extended release?

[@emkstr]

I have PCOS but my insulin and sugar labs are pretty normal. Can metformin still give me a weight loss benefit OTHER than those that come from satiety? I don’t really struggle with overeating. I exercise 4 days per week and eat a balanced diet of 1500-1600 calories daily and have not been able to lose weight. Can this jumpstart my weight loss?

[@theofficialdrdan]

It might help. PCOS doesn't affect metabolism but can affect cravings so it may help with that.

[@MsCoryjames]

I just started taking it I’m borderline diabetic,I’m in the process of weightloss surgery I was 333lbs at my appt. I exercise I have a much smaller appetite I do use the bathroom a lot I also sweat a lot I haven’t weighed myself but will at next appt

[@yourerightimwrong4567]

How's the journey?

[@MsCoryjames]

@@yourerightimwrong4567 I’m down to 315 today I’m going for my stress test for weightloss surgery

[@dianalu9]

Can I get metformine over the counter? Do I need a prescription even I'm not having sugar issues? I'm overweight and my cholesterol tends to be high. Sugars just below the limit.

[@Louisianalady75]

Hello you get a prescription for metformin. Ask your dr for a weight loss medication and mention it.

[@theofficialdrdan]

It is not OTC. You need an Rx from doctor.

[@catniplovescake]

ask your doctor for a Rx 🤗 if your blood sugar is borderline, perhaps it could prevent you ever having diabetes! best wishes!

[@peekeboos]

i was on metformen for a year it didn not work for me i didnt lose weight i was 215 blood sugar 6.5 got massive stomach cramps sholder pair knee pain i stopped may 2nd went on omad im down to 192 no pain in my body not loseing kinda staying at 192 for now blood work next month we see if it improved

[@charleneh8084]

I started it 2 weeka ago for weighloss with Trulicity, I can't stand it. It makes my food sit in my stomach forever. I decided to take 1 every other day instead of everyday. I just can't handle it, or the dry mouth

[@mede6195]

Have you seen any difference in your weight?

[@TheKurats23]

Would taking semaglutide and Metformin together for weightloss be a problem?

[@gonesleddinggonesledding6251]

I’m wondering the same thing I’m on manjaro and have Metformin wondering if i should take both ?

[@zoeparker4856]

I’m not prediabetic thank the lord but my testing results determined that I am close… my doctor is prescribing me metformin and I’m watching this because I’m scared and cautious about taking prescribed medication. I appreciate the information it’s honest information and it’s good information

[@chocobum83]

I’ve just started with Metaformin, an I’m wondering if the nausea or other similar symptoms are correlated to having foods that have a lot of sugar or carbs ? Also the nausea feels like motion sickness- can I take anything to counter act that?

[@Burger24527]

Maybe ginger

[@Queenmarissahh]

Yes stear clear of high fat foods and greasy foods

[@Au.ro_ra.]

Please answer my question .....My cousin is 15 years old . Her parents took her to the doctor because of gaining weight and facial hair .Currently diagnosed with bilateral PCOD The doctor has suggested her birth control pills and metformin.As a med student I am really worried about her . cause I am really afraid if she got any of the bad side effects. Is it ok in her age to take birth control pills for a long term? With metformin??

[@samiahsultan1002]

Thanks Doc, Can we take Berberine and Metformin at the same time?

[@theofficialdrdan]

Would check with your Dr. first but overall it would be pointless and I would just stick with metformin.

[@benjaminshuetrim9874]

It’s always good to remove the Carcinogen’s from the medicine 👌🏽

[@islangurl2869]

Hi Dr. Dan, I have Type 2, I'm overweight, and I do not have a gallbladder. I was originally prescribed 500mg of Metformin 1 per day ,and it made me feel sick. I felt awful. So I asked my Dr. for Ozempic, but my ins would not pay for it. Instead, she prescribed Victoza....with that being said...can I take Metformin and Victoza together? I will appreciate your thoughts...Respect

[@Vasudeva108.]

Ask your doctor

[@kellymulligan2157]

Thanks for this ..I love metformin but did have stomach issues but I incorporated psyllium husk and asked for HCL aspirin coated form of metformin...no more stomach issues I'm on 1000 mg a day with 2 gliclazide 30mg and ozempic 1 mg once a week. My A1C is 7.Love metformin.

[@theofficialdrdan]

I am so glad you found a form that works for you!

[@kellymulligan2157]

I am down to 4 total pills from 9. My A1C is lower now my numbers are higher but with a workout and eating properly with I.F they are 5.5 to 7 daily. Eating 2 times a day one is a protein shake. My Dr wants to put me on insulin unless I keep my numbers consistent....will I ever be able to do that? My problem isn't sweets, it's the minute I eat a piece of fruit or carb my sugar spikes. Never been a sweets person ....life is unfair. Lol

[@oceansky6207]

My doctor prescribed metformin for weight loss.

[@nonacee5065]

I'd like to know the dosage needed for weight loss.

[@cherisemelf4758]

It depends on the Dr. I know people that lost on 500. Not sure if that was once a day or two. I started on 750 HCL ER 2xs a day. I didnt need to increase my dose. I was doing just fine on one a day. 2yrs later, Im still on the same dose. Ive had no issues with bad side affects. Im thankful it has worked well for me. My Dr. warned me it might not work. Everybody is different. Im very thankful it worked for me! I hope you all have great success and enjoy your journey. When you start dropping sizes, I highly recommend you fall in love with clearance!!!! Shopping is so much fun now, and Im going to be 60 in Sept. I wish I had this 40 yrs ago!!!

[@nonacee5065]

@@cherisemelf4758 a year later after 1,000 mg per day, nothing lost. Then given ozempic by the endocrinologist, and after 4 months, 5kg weight gain, I'm giving up. I'm 70 so I suppose ozempic and such is better suited for younger ones. Metformin of course is good for every age since my mother was taking it even at 90 but then she did have diabetes. I don't have diabetes, but have massive weight to lose. Sigh!

[@susanlee2753]

I am pre diabetic 117, he has me take 500 mg, is that enough. I have gain 30 in 18 months due to antidepressants. Do you have weight control clinic

[@theofficialdrdan]

I would keep following up with your doctor!

[@youcanringmymel]

Thanks!

[@theofficialdrdan]

Wow I didn't even know that was a thing! Thank you so much!

[@jada8944]

Do you not get the benefit from exercise while taking metformin ? Like will not be able to build muscle? I’m not trying to body build I just want to tone and build a little glute muscle that’s all.

[@theofficialdrdan]

Metformin shouldn't affect that at all

[@denisemarie2818]

I did see some information when researching as I am tall and not wanting to lose lbs so wanted to go the route of building muscle ….

[@lydiarogers1142]

Would you suggest extended release or the other type of metformin. I have taken extended release and did not see any results

[@theofficialdrdan]

I often prefer extended releases

[@blancasmalls307]

Hello! I just got prescribed metformin for my insulin resistance. If I take it with my phentermine, could it speed up my weight loss. Is it safe to take both of them at the same time?

[@theofficialdrdan]

Impossible to say. Speed should not be the goal. Consistency and patience is what is key.

[@diazdiaz3761]

Ditch the Phentermine.

[@tokyo9343]

@@diazdiaz3761 please elaborate why? I've also been prescribed Metformin and Phentermine together.

[@kimberlyjohnson5794]

Hi. I was told it was ok short term. I’m about to turn 40 and I was prescribed both and told I can use it short term for weight loss. I’m going to start IVF in a few months and I was told to lose weight and that odds were already against me because of age.

[@kellymulligan2157]

How do I join your clinic Dr Dan. ?

[@theofficialdrdan]

You can book a consult with me here and see if you are a good fit for our program: calendly.com/drdanconsult/he?month=2022-03

[@lilmama4426]

I started Metformin ER 2 weeks ago for insulin resistance & A1c was 5.9 but the bloating, muscle pain & weakness /tiredness is awful (maybe it’s because I have had chronic spine pain for most of my life..it’s just more pain to put up with). Do these symptoms ever go away?? Will Ozempic help with my issues the same way as Metformin possibly will? My NP is adamant she will not prescribe Ozempic(I don’t have a thyroid btw). Is there a reason not to prescribe Ozempic esp if my insurance will pay for it? Thanks for the video😊

[@abrown258]

I don't see a reason I have a partial thyroid and was on mounjaro.

[@lilmama4426]

@@abrown258 Thanks for the info, not sure why my primary care doc is so adamant I don't get on it (well they mainly blame shortages and insurance). I was able to start Rybelsus & been taking the past few months. My A1C has dropped 1/2 point which is great but as far as hopefully losing weight with it it's not helping that much (I made good choices before but on Rybelsus my food intake has decreased even more, I'm never hungry and can only eat a few bites twice a day (no snacks). Even with such a drastic intake drop I have only lost 7-10 lbs over the past few months. I say 7-10 lbs b/c three different doc offices show different weights . On my home scale the weight loss stalled at 10lbs. I honestly don't know if Rybelsus works as well as ozempic or monjuro, I wish they would allow me to try it because my spine is a lot worse after the unintentional weight gain from thyroidectomy. Thanks again!🌻

[@ggonzalez6045]

People get scare , starter to eat right along with the medicine. Hand to hand That is why is not prescribed for weight loss..

[@martynblackburn9632]

I've been on Metformin for about a year and 8 months with very little weight loss, but I do believe that Forxiga is much better. Metformin is cheap and that's why it is prescribed. That's what I think. I don't think it's efficacious as its being advertised to be. The anti-ageing benefits have been exaggerated in my view. Studies only done on rodents as far as I am aware. I was not told that metformin can blunt exercise performance, and have noticed some difficulty keeping up with my jogging. Gaining muscle is also very, very slow, and increases in strength difficult to obtain. I don't believe metfomin can depelete testosterone; I've been tested and it is in normal range. I do believe that metformin can regulate appetite, which I believe is not always a good thing as I have to force myself to get my RDA calories.

[@hotpinkdful]

Have you lost any weight from metformin?

[@poohbear2441]

Does metformin make you crave sweets?? Especially chocolate its been over a week and I am craving chocolate mostly. I normally don’t eat chocolate. And I am hungry! First week I lost my appetite but now its been 10 days my appetite has increased and now I have constipation:/ i have been only feeling this way for 2 days. Any thoughts??

[@theofficialdrdan]

You likely are being too restrictive. And need more nutrients. Further metformin is also bringing your blood sugar back into normal ranges so this can lead to cravings erc for a short while.

[@poohbear2441]

@@theofficialdrdan thank you!!!

[@HoneeyBee3]

​​@@poohbear2441 I am craving chocolate too! And I dont usually crave chocolate much. On the medicine I am craving chocolate, sour stuff, and coffee lol. Before the medicine, I craved bread, ice creams, and fruity stuff! Did your cravings ever go away? How are you doing on the medicine? I'm only on day 3.

[@poohbear2441]

@@HoneeyBee3 I stopped taking it after 3 weeks:/ I was craving sweets and I was wanting to eat! It wasn’t helping me with my appetite. I wished it worked for me but i don’t know. Now I just try to eat healthy, cut carbs and drink a good protein shake for lunch.

[@user-tj1bd6hg3v]

I was so positive as I started taking Metformin.and without adding anything to my diet. Maybe even eating a bit less I started gaining weight. So disappointed. Congratulations to all of those who got the benefits

[@mandyvanderwesthuizen6382]

hey i maybe you should change the metformin you do get different tipes. I was diagnosed 2months back as tipe 2 and the doc gave me a small metformin tablet and it did me good and after hearing bad side effects i stop for few weeks but then i went to a other doc cause i was on holiday i got some but this time it was a bigger tablet and this one makes me to feel that i have gain abit so i change back to the 1st one now starting with it tomorw

[@cherisemelf4758]

Thank You Dr. Dan. I went from 232 down too 133. In a year. Im 59, I havent seen this # since I was in H.S. I am pre-diabetic, and it runs in my family. I take 750 ER mg a day. Was given 2 a day, but for me, 750 is just fine. I also never had the horrible side affects everybody warned me of. Im very very thankful. My concern is, if I get off of them, will the wt come back? This was my 6th x losing over a 100lbs. Im tired of it. I had too discipline myself to follow a schedule. That took me about 3 months to stop snacking and munching. I got on a schedule, I stopped eating between meals and mindless snacking after dinner. I still enjoy myself. I stopped feeding my emotions. That was hard. Thats why diets dont work. I dont count calories, I watch my carbs. This has always worked well for me. So when I do indulge I enjoy myself. Even more so because it is a treat. Many Blessings to all of you on your own journey.

[@theofficialdrdan]

Why do you need to come off?

[@cherisemelf4758]

@@theofficialdrdan Im responding to your question. It took me time to think about what you asked me before I replied. Im learning a lot about metformin thanks too Lady O herself. Ive had such great success with this med. As of this morning, my weight is 110. It has changed my life!! I went from a size 24, to a 6. I will have to stay on this for the rest of my life. I know the weight will come back. I wish I had known ABOUT THIS, yrs ago. May you all continue on your road to happiness. I hope you all have great success. Make sure you are taking V B-12. Thats VERY IMPORTANT!!!

[@cherisemelf4758]

@@theofficialdrdan I had to really think that question you asked. I had always believed its better not to be on any meds for years. I have no idea what is waiting for me if I do go off of them. I can only say, Ive had great success with this drug. Better than all the people I know thats on it has had. It really changed everything for the better. Just concerned about how long and if there's any bad side affects that await me.