Can Metformin Er Be Cut In Half?

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I have been taking Metformin XR 500 MG for about 2 years after having an issue with nausea with regular Metformin. In an effort to lower my reliance on meds I began cutting the 500 MG pill in half about 6 months ago and in the last 2 mos have had constant nausea and some diarrhea. Stopped Metformin about 6 weeks ago but still having same issues. Nausea level is about 3-5 on a scale of 1-10. It appears that I should not have split the pills in half. My stomach “growls” constantly and I plan to see a gastroenterologist. I am tired regularly and no longer exercising.

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The ER designates it as being a time released formulation, so no, it should not be cut, or broken, as that could cause you to get too much of the medication, at once.

The nausea and diarrhea can be typical side effects of this medication, according to FDA reports, you may also experience dizziness, headache, stomach pain, and flatulence.

Why did you stop taking it? Have you checked your blood sugar levels recently? Are you on any other medications?

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I have been taking metformin 500 mg er and I have been cutting them in half, taking half at breakfast and half with dinner. Can this make me sick? I was trying to not have so many stomach issues.

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