Discussions tagged “Metformin”

I've been taking Metformin ER 750mg 24hr Tabs for a few months now to manage my type 2 diabetes, and while it seems to be helping with my blood sugar levels, I've recently developed some other side effects. I woke up last night with really bad stomach pain and nausea. I've been reading about lactic acidosis as a side effect. Has anyone else had any similar experiences? My doc said it's rare but I can't help but be a little worried about the risk