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I Am Having A Lot Of Bloating And Cannot Lose My Enormous Belly

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Baltimore, MD

I am taking metformin twice a day and blood pressure medication losartan and amlodipine…as well as seizure pills levetiracetam

November 10
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A DiabetesTeam Member

Bloating can be a common side effect of Metformin. Here are some details about Metformin and its side effects:

- Common Side Effects: Diarrhea, nausea, gas, stomach pain, and upset stomach.
- Rare but Serious Side Effects: Lactic acidosis (when the tissues and blood become too acidic) and systemic allergic reaction.

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Bloating can be a common side effect of Metformin. Here are some details about Metformin and its side effects:

- Common Side Effects: Diarrhea, nausea, gas, stomach pain, and upset stomach.
- Rare but Serious Side Effects: Lactic acidosis (when the tissues and blood become too acidic) and systemic allergic reaction.

Given your symptoms and the medications you're taking, it might be helpful to discuss these issues with your healthcare provider. They can provide personalized advice and may adjust your treatment plan to help manage the bloating and other concerns.

November 10
A DiabetesTeam Member

Have been checked for gastritis, IBS, or other stomach problems. You should consult your doctor; meds can cause gas and bloating but you need a proper diagnosis. My best regards.

November 10

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