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Which of the following is a key counseling point for a patient starting metformin for type 2 diabetes?
Metformin commonly causes gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and diarrhea, which can be mitigated by taking it with food. It does not typically cause
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Question: Which of the following is a key counseling point for a patient starting metformin for type 2 diabetes?
Answer options: ✅ Take with food to minimize gastrointestinal upset.
- Monitor for signs of hypoglycemia, especially at bedtime.
- Avoid grapefruit juice due to increased drug levels.
- It should be discontinued immediately if experiencing flu-like symptoms.
Correct answer: Take with food to minimize gastrointestinal upset.
Explanation: Metformin commonly causes gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and diarrhea, which can be mitigated by taking it with food. It does not typically cause hypoglycemia as a monotherapy.
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