As I understand it Met increases the chances of Lactic Acidosis This increases with alcohol so either don't drink and take Met or keep an eye out for Lactic Acidosis.Hi all
Just started taking Metformin and whilst reading the literature is says NOT to have alcohol???
My diabetes nurse never mentioned this and I'm guessing that it'll still be ok in moderation (which apparently is not half a bottle of rose wine as that made me feel horrid). Anyway, metformin taking is quite new - about 2 weeks and only 500mg morning and night.
So, really looking for confirmation that everyone on this board taking metformin is not teetotal. My sugars aren't too bad and if I were just to have a fasting blood test and HBA1C you wouldn't know I was diabetic, it's the GTT that's a big fail for me.
Thanks in advance.
@superwilliam .....looks a very similar scenario to my own, the only difference being that my partner does not smoke.Interesting to read all the comments about alcohol. My husband who has type 2, has been given a meter and told to record his readings for two weeks. They are going to decide if he will have to go on to insulin. For the last three tests over a week he has been 17.2 - 19. He drinks quite a bit of cider. He also is not concerned about his diet, is over weight and does no exercise at all. Comments please. Also a heavy smoker
The alcohol may be the least of his problems, provided he isn't alcoholic. I've highlighted the important issues.Interesting to read all the comments about alcohol. My husband who has type 2, has been given a meter and told to record his readings for two weeks. They are going to decide if he will have to go on to insulin. For the last three tests over a week he has been 17.2 - 19. He drinks quite a bit of cider. He also is not concerned about his diet, is over weight and does no exercise at all. Comments please. Also a heavy smoker
Well, I've been on Metformin for 1 1/2 years now (1500 per day). My specialist is very happy with my levels and also happy that I do not drink. She is adamant that control is much more complicated when you have to take alcohol into consideration. It is the sugar it contains which is the problem of course, spiking and then bottoming out.
Personally I feel I have given up enough 'pleasurable' foods now I'm diabetic I'm not giving up alcohol too!!!
I was told DO not take metformin and drink.... to stop takingt the metformin the night before I intend to drink so unsure what effects taking the mets and drinking will cause personally i prefer food over drink but have some wine at special occasions