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Re: Should I go onto metformin? Thanks Carl What worries me is that my Hba1c is under 6.5 and therefore according to NICE, I should remain on lifestyle measures (ie diet control). My GP says he doesn't believe in that anymore but can't back his opinion up with any concrete evidence. I am sure...

Should I go onto metformin? Hello. I am 65 and have had type 2 diabetes for about 3 years and controlled on diet only. My BP and cholesterol are managed with tablets. I have angina. I am fairly fit and exercise regularly. My GP wants to put me onto metformin but my HbaIc is only 6.3. The...